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EC / ETP COPPER

EC / ETP COPPER

EC (Electrolytic Copper) and ETP (Electrolytic Tough Pitch Copper) are high-purity copper types known for their excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, as well as good corrosion resistance. They are widely used in electrical and electronic applications.

Composition

  • Copper (Cu): 99.90%
  • Phosphorus (P): 0.02-0.04%

GRADES

ASTM B 68 C 12200:
  • ASTM B68: Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Tube, Bright Annealed.
  • C12200: Designation for DLP Copper in this standard.
ASTM B 75 DLP C 12000:
  • ASTM B75:Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Tube.
  • C12000: Designation for Deoxidized Low Phosphorus Copper in this standard.
BS 2871 Part 2 C 101:
  • British Standard for copper tubes.
  • C 101: Designation for DLP Copper in this standard
BS 2871 Part 3 C 106:
  • British Standard for copper tubes used in general engineering applications.
  • C 106: Designation for DLP Copper in this standard
EN 12451 DHP - CW 023A:
  • European standard for copper and copper alloys – Seamless, round tubes for heat exchangers.
  • CW 023A: European designation for DLP Copper.
JIS H 3300 C 1220:
  • Japanese Industrial Standard for copper and copper alloy seamless tubes.
  • C 1220: Japanese designation for DLP Copper.

Properties:
  1. Corrosion Resistance:
    • Excellent resistance to corrosion in freshwater, seawater, and various industrial environments.
    • Good resistance to dezincification, making it suitable for water supply systems.
  2. Mechanical Properties:
    • Tensile Strength:Typically around 210-250 MPa.
    • Yield Strength: Approximately 50-100 MPa.
    • Elongation: Generally around 35-45%, indicating good ductility.
    • Hardness: Moderate hardness, with a typical Brinell hardness number (HB) of around 40-70.
  3. Thermal and Electrical Conductivity:
    • High thermal conductivity, making it ideal for heat exchangers and other thermal applications.
    • Excellent electrical conductivity, close to that of pure copper.

Applications:
  • Electrical Industry

    Extensively in plumbing systems for water supply and heating due to its corrosion resistance and ease of fabrication.

    Employed in motor windings, transformers, and connectors.

  • Electronics: Used in printed circuit boards (PCBs) and other electronic components where high conductivity is essential.
  • Plumbing and HeatingUtilized in plumbing systems and heat exchangers due to its corrosion resistance and thermal conductivity.
  • Indusatrial Applications: Employed in various industrial equipment and components requiring high conductivity and corrosion resistance.