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COPPER NICKEL U-BEND
The Copper Nickel U-Bend, manufactured by Nexus Alloys and Steels, stands out as a specialized pipe fitting extensively utilized in diverse industrial applications. Crafted from a robust copper-nickel alloy, this U-Bend is recognized for its exceptional corrosion resistance, rendering it ideal for challenging environments like marine and offshore industries. The alloy's attributes include high strength, excellent formability, and noteworthy thermal and electrical conductivity. The term "U-Bend" denotes its distinctive shape – a U-shaped bend in the pipe. This design facilitates a change in the flow direction within the piping system. Widely applied in heat exchanger systems, it optimizes the transfer of heat between two fluids, contributing to enhanced efficiency
DESCRIPTION
In essence, the Copper Nickel U-Bend from Nexus Alloys and Steels emerges as a durable, efficient, and versatile fitting crucial for the assembly and operation of piping systems across various industries. Its distinctive material properties and functional design position it as a preferred choice for demanding applications
Key Features of Copper Nickel U-Bends
- Material Composition : They are primarily composed of copper and nickel, with small amounts of other elements added to enhance properties such as strength, corrosion resistance, hardenability, weldability, and castability
- High Tensile Strength : Copper Nickel U-Bends have high tensile strength, which makes them robust and durable
- Fluid or Gas Flow : They have the ability to re verify the flow of fluids or gases, which is crucial in many applications
- Size Availability : Regular sizes of these U-Bends are readily available, making them convenient for various uses
- Customizability : The elbow bend angle, design of U ends, diameter, thickness, and bending angle can be customized according to the requirements
- Mechanical Properties : Copper Nickel U-Bends have a density of 0.323 lb/in3 at 68 F and a yield strength (0.2%Offset) of 20000 psi
- Finishing : They have a smooth polished finish
GRADES
- Cu-Ni 90/10 (UNS C70600) : Recognized as Copper Nickel 90/10, this alloy is comprised of 90% copper and 10% nickel, with additions of iron and manganese for increased strength and corrosion resistance. Widely employed in marine applications, it exhibits exceptional resistance to seawater, brine water, organic compounds, salts, diluted non-oxidizing acids, and more
- Cu-Ni 70/30 (UNS C71500) : Referred to as Copper Nickel 70/30, this grade consists of 70% copper and 30% nickel, with minor amounts of iron and manganese to augment overall strength and corrosion resistance. Offering superior resistance to corrosion and erosion when compared to Copper Nickel 90/10, it finds application in demanding conditions within marine and industrial services
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
- Standard : ASME SB395
- Material : Copper Nickel Alloy
- Types : U-Bend Seamless Copper & Copper Alloy Heat Exchanger & Condenser Tube
- Nickel Alloy U-Bend : ASTM / ASME SB 336 UNS 2200 (Nickel 200), UNS 2201 (Nickel 201), UNS 4400 (Monel 400), UNS 8020 (Alloy 20 / 20 CB 3), UNS 8825 Inconel (825), UNS 6600 (Inconel 600), UNS 6601 (Inconel 601), UNS 6625 (Inconel 625), UNS 10276 (Hastelloy C 276)
- Copper Nickel Carbon Steel U-Bend : Copper Nickel 90/10 (C70600 ) U-Bend, Cupro Nickel 70/30 (C71500) U-Bend, UNS C71640 Mss Sp 95 U-Bend
SERVICES & CERTIFICATES
- Testing Facility Available Chemical Analysis, Mechanical Tests, Ultrasonic test, PMI test , Hydrostatic test, Radiography test, Corrosion test, Metallography Test, & Miscellaneous test
- Test Certificates : Manufacturer Test Certificates as per EN 10204 type 3.1 & 3.2 as well as NABL lab test reports