Luois Metals stands out as a top manufacturer and supplier of Copper Nickel Square Bars right in Houston, USA. They’re known for producing high-quality alloys that boast impressive corrosion resistance, durability, and strength. Copper Nickel (Cu-Ni) alloys are particularly celebrated for their remarkable ability to resist seawater corrosion, biofouling, and stress corrosion cracking. At Luois Metals, they prioritize precision engineering, superior finishing, and strict compliance with international quality standards when crafting their Copper Nickel square bars. These products are highly sought after in marine, offshore, chemical, and power generation industries, where reliability and a long service life are essential, especially in tough environments.
The Copper Nickel Square Bars are mainly made up of copper and nickel, with carefully controlled amounts of iron and manganese added to boost their mechanical strength and corrosion resistance. This alloy is known for its excellent toughness, good ductility, and impressive resistance to erosion and corrosion in both seawater and brackish water. The unique blend of copper and nickel also provides outstanding thermal stability and helps prevent hydrogen embrittlement and stress cracking. Plus, these square bars are easy to weld and form, making them perfect for demanding structural and engineering projects.
| Standard | ASTM B111, ASME SB111 |
| Round Bar Size | 3mm~ 800mm |
| Square Bar Size | 4mm* 4mm ~100mm* 100mm |
| Flat Bar Size | 2mm ~ 100mm |
| Hex Bar Size | 2mm ~ 100mm |
| Angle Size | 3mm* 20mm* 20mm~ 12mm* 100mm* 100mm |
| Thickness | 50 mm to 6000 mm Long |
| Length | 1 To 6 Meters, Custom Cut Length |
| Form | Round, Square, Hex(A/F), Rectangle, Billet, Ingot, Forging Etc |
| Grade | Mn | Cu | Pb | Fe | Ni | Zn |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90/10 | 1.0 max | 88.6 min | 0.5 max | 1.8 max | 9-11 max | 1 max |
| 70/30 | 1 max | 65.0 min | 0.5 max | 0.4-1.0 | 29-33 | 1 max |
| Grade | Melting point | Density | Tensilestrength | Elongation | Yieldstrength(0.2%Offset) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90/10 | 2260°F | 8.8g/cm3 | 50000 PSi | 30% | 20000 PSi |
| 70/30 | 2260°F | 0.323 lb/in3 at 68°F | 50000 PSi | 30% | 20000 PSi |
| BD | Bright drawn | SRE | Slit rolled edge |
| CF | Cold finished | HRAP | Hot rolled annealed / pickled |
| CG | Centreless ground | HF | Hot finished |
| ST | Smooth turned | PR | Peeled / reeled |
| CD | Cold drawn | P | Polished |
| P&T | Peeled / turned | RT | Rough turned and peeled |
| Metric | US Rods | ASTM/ Canadian | Japanese | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rods Size | Diam. (mm) | Rods Size | Diam. (Inch) | Rods Size | Diam. (mm2) | Rods Size | Diam. (mm) |
| 5 | 5 | #2 | 0.250 | 10M | 100 | 6 | 6 |
| 5.5 | 5.5 | #3 | 0.375 | 15M | 200 | 10 | 10 |
| 6 | 6 | #4 | 0.500 | 20M | 300 | 13 | 13 |
| 7 | 7 | #5 | 0.600 | 25M | 500 | 16 | 16 |
| 8 | 8 | #6 | 0.750 | 30M | 700 | 19 | 19 |
| 9 | 9 | #7 | 0.875 | 35M | 1000 | 22 | 22 |
| 10 | 10 | #8 | 1.000 | 45M | 1500 | 25 | 25 |
| 11 | 11 | #9 | 1.125 | 55M | 2500 | 29 | 29 |
| 12 | 12 | #10 | 1.250 | 32 | 32 | ||
| 14 | 14 | #11 | 1.375 | 35 | 35 | ||
| 16 | 16 | #12 | 1.500 | 38 | 38 | ||
| 18 | 18 | #13 | 1.600 | 41 | 41 | ||
| 20 | 20 | #14 | 1.750 | 44 | 44 | ||
| 22 | 22 | #15 | 1.875 | 48 | 48 | ||
| 25 | 25 | #16 | 2.000 | 51 | 51 | ||
| 28 | 28 | #18 | 2.250 | 57 | 57 | ||
| 32 | 32 | ||||||
| 36 | 36 | ||||||
| 40 | 40 | ||||||
| 44 | 44 | ||||||
| 50 | 50 | ||||||
| Grade | UNS | Werkstoff Nr. |
| 90/10 | C70600 | 2.0872 |
| 70/30 | C71500 | 2.0882 |
Yes, Copper Nickel Square Bars are customizable. They can be tailored in terms of size, shape, length, and specific alloy composition to meet the precise requirements of various industrial applications.
You’ll find Copper Nickel Square Bars being used across various industries where exposure to seawater and corrosive conditions is a regular occurrence. In the marine and offshore sectors, they’re essential for shipbuilding, seawater piping systems, pumps, valves, and condenser tubes. The power generation industry relies on them for heat exchangers and cooling systems, thanks to their excellent thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance. In chemical processing, they’re utilized in equipment that handles both acidic and alkaline solutions. Additionally, these square bars play a crucial role in desalination plants and oil refineries, delivering long-lasting performance and structural reliability.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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