C71500 – CuNi 70-30% – CuNi30Mn1Fe

The highest durability among all copper alloys, for use in the most demanding conditions.

C71500 copper nickel tubes, composed of 70% copper and 30% nickel, offer the highest corrosion and impingement resistance of any copper-based alloy. Designed for severe marine and industrial environments, this alloy delivers unmatched durability and long-term performance even under the most aggressive conditions.

Known for their resistance to acidic waters, high-velocity seawater, and stress corrosion, CuNi 70/30 tubes are the preferred material in systems where reliability, longevity, and minimal maintenance are essential.

Applications

C71500 copper nickel tubes are commonly used in:

  • Heat exchangers, condensers, and cooling systems in demanding marine or industrial settings

  • Desalination plants and high-salinity water treatment systems

  • Marine piping systems for shipboard cooling, bilge, and ballast water

  • Chemical processing lines exposed to corrosive fluids and high pressure

  • Offshore oil & gas platforms operating in harsh coastal conditions

  • Thermal systems with high turbulence or flow-induced stress

Key benefits

  • Maximum corrosion and erosion resistance: withstands aggressive waters, acids, and high-velocity flow better than any other copper alloy.

  • Exceptional durability under extreme conditions: ideal for high-pressure, high-temperature, and chemically aggressive environments.

  • Outstanding impingement resistance: prevents wall thinning and wear in turbulent, fast-flowing systems.

  • Biofouling and scaling resistance: reduces maintenance in long-term seawater exposure.

  • Efficient thermal conductivity: ensures optimal performance in demanding heat transfer systems.

  • Industry standard compliance: manufactured to meet ASTM B111 and other global engineering specifications.

Technical specifications

UNS no.

C71500 – BSI No. CN107 – ISO name CuNi30Mn1Fe
C71500 – BSI No. CN107 – ISO name CuNi30Mn1Fe
Chemical comp. (%)
Cu rem / Ni 29 ~ 33 / Pb 0.05 / Fe 0.40 ~ 1 / Zn 1 max
Cu rem / Ni 29 ~ 33 / Pb 0.05 / Fe 0.40 ~ 1 / Zn 1 max
ASTM spec.
B 111, B 359, B395, B 466, B 467, B 543, B 552
B 111, B 359, B395, B 466, B 467, B 543, B 552
ASME spec.
SB 111, SB 395, SB 466
SB 111, SB 395, SB 466
Applications
Heat exchangers, condensers, and cooling systems; desalination equipment, and marine piping systems.
Heat exchangers, condensers, and cooling systems; desalination equipment, and marine piping systems.
Temper
O61 annealed / HR50 drawn & stress relieved
O61 annealed / HR50 drawn & stress relieved

Properties and metrics

Properties *

Metric

English

Density

8.94 g/cm³

0.323 lb/in³

Tensile strength

360 MPa -/- 495 MPa

52 ksi -/- 72 ksi

Yield strength

125 MPa -/- 345 MPa

18 ksi -/- 50 ksi

CTE, linear

16.2 10-6/°C @ 20 – 300 °C

9.0 10-6/°F @ 70 – 570°F

Specific heat capacity

0.09 cal/g-°C @ 20ºC

0.09 BTU/lb-°F @ 70ºF

Thermal conductivity

29 W/m-K @ 20°C

17 BTU/ft2/ft/h/°F @ 70°F

Melting point

1171 – 1238°C

2140 – 2260°F

* The information provided on this page includes typical values which are only for general reference and information. These values are not intended for exact specification, design or engineering purposes.

Frequently asked questions about CuNi 70/30%

What is CuNi 70 30 material?

CuNi 70/30 (C71500) is a copper-nickel alloy composed of 70% copper and 30% nickel. It has superior strength and corrosion resistance compared to 90/10 alloys, making it suitable for highly demanding marine and industrial applications.

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