George Metals, located in Houston, USA, has made a name for itself as a top-notch manufacturer and supplier of high-quality Copper Nickel Hex Bars. With a strong focus on precision engineering and material excellence, the company meets a diverse array of industrial needs both domestically and internationally. Their Copper Nickel Hex Bars are celebrated for their exceptional strength, impressive corrosion resistance, and reliable dimensional accuracy. Thanks to their state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and a talented workforce, George Metals guarantees timely deliveries and competitive pricing, making them a go-to partner for clients in the marine, chemical, and heat exchanger sectors.
Typically, Copper Nickel Hex Bars are made up of 90% copper and 10% nickel, although variations like the 70/30 mix are also available. This alloy is particularly resistant to corrosion, especially in marine and saltwater settings. On the mechanical side, these bars offer moderate tensile strength, good elongation, and high impact resistance, even in freezing temperatures. They also boast excellent thermal stability and weldability. These characteristics make Copper Nickel Hex Bars perfect for applications that demand strength, durability, and corrosion resistance in tough conditions.
| Properties | Description |
|---|---|
| Standard | ASTM B 111 |
| Range | 5 mm To 500 mm thick in 100 mm TO 6000 mm |
| Wire Range | 50 Swg. to 4 Swg. |
| Length | 100 mm to 3660 mm Long |
| Form | Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Bush, Rectangle , Flat, Wire Mesh |
| Application | Sea water pipework, Offshore fire water systems, Heat exchangers and condensers, Sheathing of legs and risers on offshore platforms and boat hulls, Hydraulic lines, Fish cages for aquaculture, Desalination units. |
| 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% | 20000PSi |
| 70/30 | 2260°F | 0.323 lb/in3 at 68°F | 50000 PSi | 30% | 20000PSi |
| CUNI Hex Bar | Size(mm) | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 25 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 45 | 50 | 56 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WT / mtr (KG) | 2.05 | 2.59 | 2.49 | 3.87 | 5 | 6.27 | 7.2 | 8.19 | 10.37 | 11.55 | 12.8 | 16.2 | 20 | 25.08 | |
| WT / feet (KG) | 0.62 | 0.79 | 0.76 | 1.18 | 1.52 | 1.91 | 2.19 | 2.5 | 3.16 | 3.52 | 3.9 | 4.94 | 6.1 | 7.65 |
| Hex bar – metric sizes and weights | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | KG’s / metre | Standard length (m) |
| 13 x 5 | 0.46 | 6.0 |
| 13 x 3 | 0.31 | 6.0 |
| 16 x 3 | 0.38 | 6.0 |
| 10 x 3 | 0.24 | 6.0 |
| 16 x 8 | 1.03 | 6.0 |
| 16 x 5 | 0.64 | 6.0 |
| 20 x 3 | 0.48 | 6.0 |
| 20 x 6 | 0.97 | 6.0 |
| 20 x 5 | 0.81 | 6.0 |
| 20 x 10 | 1.61 | 6.0 |
| 25 x 5 | 1.01 | 6.0 |
| 25 x 3 | 0.60 | 6.0 |
| 25 x 6 | 1.21 | 6.0 |
| 25 x 10 | 2.01 | 6.0 |
| 25 x 8 | 1.61 | 6.0 |
| 25 x 12 | 2.41 | 6.0 |
| 32 x 5 | 1.29 | 6.0 |
| 32 x 3 | 0.77 | 6.0 |
| 32 x 6 | 1.55 | 6.0 |
| 32 x 10 | 2.58 | 6.0 |
| 32 x 8 | 2.06 | 6.0 |
| 32 x 12 | 3.09 | 6.0 |
| 40 x 5 | 1.61 | 6.0 |
| 40 x 3 | 0.97 | 6.0 |
| 40 x 6 | 1.93 | 6.0 |
| 40 x 10 | 3.22 | 6.0 |
| 40 x 8 | 2.58 | 6.0 |
| 40 x 12 | 3.86 | 6.0 |
| 40 x 20 | 6.14 | 6.0 |
| 40 x 16 | 5.15 | 6.0 |
| 50 x 3 | 1.21 | 6.0 |
| 50 x 6 | 2.41 | 6.0 |
| 50 x 5 | 2.01 | 6.0 |
| 50 x 8 | 3.22 | 6.0 |
| 50 x 12 | 4.83 | 6.0 |
| 50 x 10 | 4.02 | 6.0 |
| 50 x 16 | 6.44 | 6.0 |
| 50 x 25 | 10.1 | 6.0 |
| 50 x 20 | 8.05 | 6.0 |
| 65 x 3 | 1.57 | 6.0 |
| 65 x 6 | 3.14 | 6.0 |
| 65 x 5 | 2.62 | 6.0 |
| 65 x 8 | 4.18 | 6.0 |
| 65 x 12 | 6.28 | 6.0 |
| 65 x 10 | 5.23 | 6.0 |
| 65 x 16 | 8.37 | 6.0 |
| 65 x 25 | 13.1 | 6.0 |
| 65 x 20 | 10.5 | 6.0 |
| Grade | UNS | Werkstoff Nr. |
| 90/10 | C70600 | 2.0872 |
| 70/30 | C71500 | 2.0882 |
Yes, copper-nickel hex bars are customizable. They can be produced in various sizes, lengths, and finishes according to specific customer requirements. Customization options may include heat treatments, surface finishes, and alloy compositions.
Due to their durability and corrosion resistance, Copper Nickel Hex Bars find applications across various industries. In marine engineering, they are crucial for creating boat fittings, seawater piping, and condenser components. Their anti-biofouling properties make them particularly suitable for offshore platforms and desalination plants. In the chemical sector, these bars are utilized in heat exchangers and process equipment that deal with corrosive fluids. Moreover, their thermal conductivity and strength are highly valued in power generation, oil and gas, and shipbuilding, ensuring a long service life and dependable performance even in harsh environments.
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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