B111 - Copper and Copper Alloy Seamless Condenser Tubes
B111 - Copper and Copper Alloy Seamless Condenser Tubes are specially designed tubes made from copper and its alloys, tailored for use in condenser applications. These tubes are known for their excellent thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability, making them ideal for transferring heat in various industrial settings.
Chemical Composition
Element |
Composition (%) |
Copper (Cu) |
Balance |
Nickel (Ni) |
9.0 - 11.0 |
Iron (Fe) |
1.0 - 1.8 |
Manganese (Mn) |
1.0 max |
Carbon (C) |
0.05 max |
Lead (Pb) |
0.02 max |
Sulfur (S) |
0.02 max |
Phosphorus (P) |
0.02 max |
Zinc (Zn) |
0.50 max |
Physical Properties
Property |
Value |
Density |
8.94 g/cm³ (0.323 lb/in³) |
Mechanical Properties
Property |
Value |
Tensile Strength | 30-40 ksi (205-275 MPa) |
Yield Strength | 9 ksi (62 MPa) |
Elongation | 40% in 2 inches |
Hardness | 40-65 HRF |
Thermal Properties
Property |
Value |
Melting Point | 1981°F (1083°C) |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 9.8 x 10⁻⁶ in/in/°F (20-300°C) |
Specific Heat | 0.092 cal/g/°C (0.385 J/g/°C) |
Thermal Conductivity | 226 BTU/ft²/ft/hr/°F (391 W/m/K) |
Fabrication Properties
Property |
Characteristic |
Formability | Excellent |
Machinability | 20% (0-100% scale) |
Joining | Excellent |
Cold Working | Good |
Hot Working | Good |
Common Applications
Common applications for B111 - Copper and Copper Alloy Seamless Condenser Tubes include:
- Heat Exchangers: Widely used in heat exchanger systems for efficient heat transfer between fluids.
- Refrigeration Systems: Employed in condenser units for cooling applications in refrigerators and air conditioning systems.
- Power Generation: Used in condensers and cooling systems within power plants to enhance thermal efficiency.
- Marine Applications: Suitable for seawater condensers and cooling systems on ships and offshore platforms due to their corrosion resistance.
- Industrial Cooling Systems: Applied in various industrial processes requiring efficient cooling and heat exchange.
- Chemical Processing: Used in condensers and cooling equipment for chemical production processes.
- Air Conditioning Systems: Employed in residential and commercial AC units for effective cooling.
- Desalination Plants: Suitable for use in seawater desalination processes to improve thermal efficiency.
- Hydronic Heating Systems: Used in hydronic heating systems for transferring heat efficiently.
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