HXSCO, a reliable copper tube manufacturer, supplies precision-engineered copper tubes in multiple shapes and sizes to meet diverse industrial needs:
Shapes: Round, rectangular, square, and custom profiles
Size Range:
Copper tubes have good electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, tensile strength, and corrosion resistance. They are widely used across various industries. Some key applications include:
High thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance ensure efficient heat exchange in air conditioning and ventilation systems.
Copper’s durability and recyclability make it ideal for solar thermal collectors and photovoltaic cooling systems.
Seamless, contamination-free UNS C12200 copper tubes ensure safe delivery of medical gases (e.g., oxygen).
Copper tubes in cooling systems enhance turbine efficiency and longevity in harsh environments.
| Parameter |
Type K |
Type L |
Type M |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wall Thickness |
★★★★★ (Heaviest) |
★★★★☆ (Medium) |
★★★☆☆ (Lightest) |
| Pressure Rating |
500+ PSI |
300–500 PSI |
100–300 PSI |
| Cost |
Highest |
Moderate |
Lowest |
| Installation |
Underground/harsh environments |
Commercial HVAC/plumbing |
Residential/low-pressure uses |
| Grade | Wall Thickness | Size Range | Standards | Primary Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type K | Heavy-wall | 1/4″ – 12″ OD | ASTM B88 | Underground water/gas lines, high-pressure systems |
| Type L | Medium-wall | 1/4″ – 12″ OD | ASTM B88 | Residential plumbing, HVAC systems |
| Type M | Light-wall | 1/4″ – 8″ OD | ASTM B88 | Low-pressure water lines, interior installations |
| DWV | Ultra-thin | 1-1/4″ – 12″ OD | ASTM B306 | Drainage, waste, and vent systems |
| Standard | Wall Thickness Tolerance | Temper | Surface Finish | Certification Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASTM B88 | ±10% | Annealed (O), Hard-drawn (H58) | Smooth, burr-free | Mill Test Certificate (MTC) mandatory |
| EN 1057 | ±5% | R220 (soft), R250 (half-hard) | Clean, oxide-free | CE marking, EN 1057 compliance |
| JIS H3300 | ±7% | Annealed, Hard | Polished or as-drawn | JIS certification required |
| GB/T 18033 | ±8% | Soft (M), Hard (Y) | Bright or degreased | GB/T testing reports |
| Type |
Wall Thickness |
Size Range |
Applicable Standards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Round Pipe |
0.2 mm – 120 mm |
Outside Diameter: 2 mm – 910 mm |
ASTM B280 / ASME SB280 |
| Copper Square Pipe |
0.2 mm – 120 mm |
2 mm × 2 mm – 1016 mm × 1016 mm |
ASTM B68 / ASME SB68 |
| Copper Rectangular Pipe |
0.2 mm – 910 mm |
2 mm × 4 mm – 1016 mm × 1219 mm |
ASTM B280 / ASME SB280 |
As a leading supplier of copper tubing, we combine superior materials with ISO 9001 certified processes to provide copper tubing that outperforms alternatives such as stainless steel or PVC in terms of conductivity, longevity and safety.
