Aluminum Brass: Composition, Properties, and Applications

Aluminum Brass: Composition, Properties, and Applications

Key points Aluminum brass, also known as C68700, is a copper-zinc alloy enhanced with aluminum for improved strength and corrosion resistance. Known for its performance in harsh environments, aluminum brass is widely used in heat exchangers, condenser tubes, and...
Finned Tubes: Designs, Advantages, and Selection Guide

Finned Tubes: Designs, Advantages, and Selection Guide

Key points Finned tubes increase heat transfer efficiency by adding external surface area. There are 8 main types of finned tubes: G-Fin, L-Fin, KL-Fin, LL-Fin, Crimped, Extruded, Integral Low-Fin, and Welded. Each type differs in construction method, temperature...
Which Industries Use Copper Alloy Tubes the Most?

Which Industries Use Copper Alloy Tubes the Most?

Key points Electrical sector (~35 %): Dominates demand with busbars, connectors, transformer cooling coils, and grounding systems—leveraging copper’s unmatched electrical conductivity and reliability. Transportation (~25 %): Used in automotive and EV radiators,...
Admiralty Brass: Composition, Properties, and Applications

Admiralty Brass: Composition, Properties, and Applications

Key takeaways Exceptional dezincification-resistant brass composition for reliable marine and industrial performance. Optimal balance of mechanical strength (310–380 MPa) and thermal conductivity (110 W/m·K) for heat exchanger tubing. Proven lifecycle cost savings...