Copper Nickel 90/10 Pipes

Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes, also called Cuni 90/10 or UNS C70600, contain 90% copper, 10% nickel, and some other traces of iron and manganese. This alloy has a very good resistance to corrosion in seawater and other aggressive media.

Chemical Composition of Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes

The composition of Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes is crucial for understanding its properties and performance in various industrial applications.

Thus, this table provides valuable insights into the chemical composition of these pipes, highlighting their properties and suitability. 

Mechanical Properties of Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes

The table provides essential information for engineers and manufacturers to assess the integrity and durability of Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes in demanding environments.

Thus, this valuable data on the strength, flexibility, and resilience of Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes is crucial for ensuring reliability and longevity.

Advantages of Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes

These flexible pipes offer numerous benefits for various industrial applications, which are as follows.

• Corrosion Resistance: Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes are highly resistant to corrosion in service, especially in sea water. It does not undergo general or localized corrosion.
• High Ductility: Copper Nickel 90/10 exhibits high flexibility and toughness, making it easier to form, bend, or fabricate into various shapes and types.
• Thermal Stability: These pipes have their mechanical properties retained at low and high temperatures, thus making them versatile.
• High Tensile Strength: Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes have good and very high tensile strength and thus can be used for high-pressure and stress applications.
• Antimicrobial Properties: Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes are inherently self-antimicrobial, which helps inhibit the growth of bacteria on surfaces.
• Longevity: Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes, when properly maintained, have a long service life and can offer long-lasting performance in marine and industrial applications.

Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes offer several advantages that make them suitable for industrial and commercial applications.

Common Applications of Copper Nickel 90/10 Pipes

Due to its excellent features, Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes are preferred in various industrial applications. Some of the main applications include.

• Offshore Oil and Gas: Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes are used in the areas of offshore oil and gas platforms for piping, seawater cooling and fire fighting applications.
• Desalination Plants: Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes are also used in desalination plants where the alloy is used in heat exchangers and piping systems due to its ability to resist corrosion from seawater.
• Power Generation: Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes are used in power plants for condensers, heat exchangers and the piping system for cooling water.
• Chemical Processing: Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes are ideal for use in chemical processing plants where chemicals are likely to corrode the pipes as they are durable and efficient.
• Water Treatment: Copper Nickel 90/10 is applied in water treatment plants for pipelines and heat exchanger applications where corrosion and biofouling resistance are vital.
• Aerospace and Defense: Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes are applied in aircraft hydraulic and naval defense systems where the material must have high corrosion resistance and endurance.
• Food and Beverage Industry: These pipes are used in food processing and the production of beverages for piping and equipment, which needs 90/10 copper nickel materials.

Copper Nickel 90/10 pipes have applications across various industries due to their valuable features, which make them versatile.