Copper

Common Copper Grades

Grade	Typical Forms	Typical Applications
C10100	Wire • Busbar • Strip	High-Conductivity Electrical Components
C10200	Wire • Strip • Bar	Electronics • Vacuum Equipment
C11000	Bar • Plate • Strip • Busbar • Wire	Electrical • Power Distribution
C12000	Tube • Coil • Strip	HVAC • Refrigeration
C12200	Tube • Pipe • Plate	Plumbing • Heat Exchangers
C14500	Bar • Rod	CNC Machined Components
C17200	Bar • Plate • Strip	Springs • Connectors • Molds
C18150	Bar • Rod • Plate	Resistance Welding • Electrical Parts
C26000	Strip • Sheet • Tube	Terminals • Decorative Parts
C36000	Bar • Rod	Precision Machining • Fittings
C68700	Tube • Pipe	Condensers • Seawater Heat Exchangers
C70600	Tube • Pipe	Marine Piping • Condensers
C71500	Tube • Pipe	Offshore • Desalination Systems

 

Equivalent Grades

UNS	ASTM	EN	JIS	GB
C10100	C10100	Cu-OF	C1011	TU1
C10200	C10200	Cu-OFE	C1020	TU2
C11000	C11000	Cu-ETP	C1100	T2
C12200	C12200	Cu-DHP	C1220	TP2
C26000	C26000	CuZn30	C2600	H70
C68700	C68700	CuZn20Al2As	—	HAl77-2
C70600	C70600	CuNi10Fe1Mn	C7060	B10
C71500	C71500	CuNi30Mn1Fe	C7150	B30

 

Common Standards

ASTM B111 – Heat Exchanger & Condenser Tubes

ASTM B280 – ACR Copper Tubes

ASTM B88 – Water Service Copper Tubes

ASTM B152 – Copper Sheet, Plate & Strip

ASTM B187 – Copper Bars, Rods & Shapes

ASTM B75 – Seamless Copper Tubes

ASTM B42 – Seamless Copper Pipe

EN 12735 – Copper Tubes for Refrigeration

JIS H3300 – Copper & Copper Alloy Tubes

 

How to Choose the Right Grade

If You Need...	Recommended Grades
Highest Electrical Conductivity	C10100 • C10200 • C11000
Heat Exchangers	C12200 • C68700 • C70600 • C71500
HVAC & Refrigeration	C12200 • C12000
Marine Applications	C70600 • C71500 • C68700
CNC Machining	C14500 • C36000
High Strength	C17200 • C18150
General Industrial Use	C11000 • C12200 • C26000

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Product	Typical Size	Standards
Copper Tubes	OD 3–300 mm	ASTM B75 • ASTM B111 • ASTM B280
Copper Bars	Dia. 3–300 mm	ASTM B187
Copper Plates	Thickness 0.5–100 mm	ASTM B152
Copper Strips	Thickness 0.05–5 mm	ASTM B152
Copper Wires	Dia. 0.05–20 mm	ASTM B3 • ASTM B33
Copper Fittings	DN15–DN100	ASME • ASTM

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Surface Finish	Features	Typical Applications
Mill Finish	Standard factory finish	General Industrial Use
Bright Annealed (BA)	Smooth, bright surface	HVAC • Refrigeration • Heat Exchangers
Polished Finish	Improved appearance	Decorative • Precision Components
Tin Plated	Better solderability & corrosion resistance	Busbars • Connectors • Electrical Parts
Silver Plated	Maximum electrical conductivity	High-Current Electrical Equipment
Nickel Plated	Enhanced wear & oxidation resistance	Industrial • Marine Components
Protective Film	Prevents scratches during transport	Sheets • Plates • Strips

 

Heat Treatment	Features	Typical Products
Annealed (O)	Soft, excellent ductility	Tubes • Wires • Strips
Half Hard (1/2H)	Balanced strength & formability	Strips • Plates • Bars
Hard (H)	Higher strength & hardness	Strips • Wires • Bars
Stress Relieved	Reduced residual stress	Precision Machined Parts
Solution Heat Treated	Improved mechanical properties	Beryllium Copper Alloys
Age Hardened	Maximum strength & wear resistance	C17200 • C18150 Components

 

Inspection Item	Purpose
Chemical Composition Analysis	Verify alloy composition
Dimensional Inspection	Check OD, ID, thickness & tolerance
Mechanical Property Testing	Tensile strength, yield strength & elongation
Electrical Conductivity Testing	Verify conductivity performance
Hardness Testing	Confirm material hardness
Surface Quality Inspection	Check scratches, dents & defects
Coating Thickness Inspection	Measure plating thickness (if applicable)
Hydrostatic / Air Pressure Testing	Leak testing for tubes & fittings
Eddy Current Testing (ECT)	Detect surface and internal defects
Packaging Inspection	Verify labels, quantity & export packaging

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Extrusion Line

High-precision copper profile production.

Rolling Mill

Uniform thickness and surface quality.

Cold Drawing Machine

Improved dimensional accuracy and strength.

Annealing Furnace

Stable mechanical properties and ductility.

CNC Machining Center

Precision machining for custom components.

Automatic Cutting Machine

Accurate cutting with consistent lengths.

Polishing Line

Smooth surface finish for industrial applications.

Packaging Line

Safe and secure export packaging.

 

Packaging Method	Suitable Products	Features
Plastic Film Wrapping	Tubes • Bars • Plates • Strips	Protects against moisture, dust, and scratches
Paper & Protective Sleeve	Tubes • Bars • Wires	Prevents surface damage during handling
Bundle Packing	Tubes • Bars • Profiles	Easy loading, storage, and transportation
Wooden Pallets	Plates • Bars • Strips	Stable support for forklift handling
Fumigation-Free Plywood Cases	Precision Parts • Fittings	Suitable for international sea and air freight
Steel Strapping	Heavy Products	Secures cargo during transportation
Container Loading	All Copper Products	Optimized loading for safe global shipping
Custom Packaging	All Products	Customer labels, markings, and special packaging available

 

Inventory Availability

Product	Stock Status	Supply Capability
Copper Tubes	Regular Stock	Standard & Custom Sizes
Copper Bars	Regular Stock	Multiple Grades Available
Copper Plates	Regular Stock	Cut-to-Size Service
Copper Strips	Regular Stock	Coil & Slit Strip
Copper Wires	Regular Stock	Various Diameters
Copper Fittings	Available	Standard Specifications

 

Typical Lead Time

Order Type	Lead Time
Stock Materials	3–7 Days
Standard Production	10–20 Days
Custom Specifications	15–30 Days
Large Volume Orders	To Be Confirmed

 

1. What copper products do you supply?

We supply copper tubes, bars, plates, strips, wires, busbars, fittings, and custom-machined copper components.

 

2. Which copper grades are available?

Common grades include C10100, C10200, C11000, C12000, C12200, C14500, C17200, C18150, C26000, C36000, C68700, C70600, and C71500.

 

3. Which international standards do you follow?

Our products are manufactured according to ASTM, EN, JIS, and GB standards.

 

4. Can you manufacture custom sizes?

Yes. We provide custom dimensions, machining, drilling, bending, and other processing services based on drawings or specifications.

 

5. Can you provide material certificates?

Yes. EN10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificates are available for all standard products.

 

6. Do you support third-party inspection?

Yes. SGS, BV, TÜV, Intertek, or customer-designated inspections are available before shipment.

 

7. What is your typical lead time?

Stock items are usually shipped within 3–7 days, while custom orders typically require 15–30 days.

 

8. How are the products packaged?

Products are packed with protective materials, wooden pallets, or fumigation-free plywood cases for international transportation.

 

9. Which countries do you export to?

We supply copper materials to customers across Europe, North America, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Australia, and other global markets.

 

10. How can I request a quotation?

Simply send us the required grade, dimensions, quantity, standard, or drawings, and we'll provide a quotation as quickly as possible.

 

Henan Gnee New Material Co., Ltd. is one of the leading copper manufacturers and suppliers in China. We warmly welcome you to buy cheap copper for sale here from our factory. All customized copper products are with high quality and competitive price.