Lakshya Steel supplies copper nickel products in Cu-Ni 90/10 (UNS C70600) and Cu-Ni 70/30 (UNS C71500) for seawater piping, heat exchangers, condensers, offshore systems and other corrosive-service applications. The range includes pipes, tubes, sheets, plates, flanges, fittings, rods and bars produced to the applicable ASTM, ASME, EN, DIN or project specification for each product form. Buyers can review the Copper Nickel 90/10 Products and Copper Nickel 70/30 Products pages to compare grade-specific options, then share the required form, size, standard, quantity and testing requirements through the request-a-quote form for a project-specific offer.
Copper Nickel Products
Choose the alloy first, then select the product form. The grade hub pages contain the detailed sizes, standards and ordering information for each range.
What Are Copper Nickel Alloys?
Copper nickel, also written as Cu-Ni or cupronickel, is a family of copper-based alloys in which nickel is the main alloying element. The principal marine grades also contain controlled iron and manganese additions. These additions are important because the final corrosion and erosion behaviour depends on the complete standard chemistry, not only on the nominal copper-to-nickel ratio.
The two main product families on this page are 90/10 and 70/30. C70600 is the more widely used and more economical marine grade. C71500 contains more nickel and is generally stronger, so it may be specified for more demanding flow, pressure or naval service. The project engineer should confirm grade selection against water chemistry, velocity, temperature, fabrication method and the governing design code.
Copper Nickel Grade and Designation Guide
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Alloy |
UNS |
Weldable-product UNS |
ISO / common name |
EN / CEN |
DIN material no. |
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Cu-Ni 90/10 |
C70600 |
C70620 for products intended for subsequent welding |
CuNi10Fe1Mn |
CW352H |
2.0872 |
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Cu-Ni 70/30 |
C71500 |
C71520 for products intended for subsequent welding |
CuNi30Fe1Mn |
CW354H |
2.0882 |
Designation note: equivalent names help identify a grade, but they do not replace the purchase standard. The order should still state the product form and the governing ASTM, ASME, EN, DIN, EEMUA or project specification.
Copper Nickel Standards by Product Form
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Product form |
Common material standard |
Buyer note |
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Condenser and heat-exchanger tube |
ASTM B111 / ASME SB111 |
Specify alloy, temper, outside diameter, wall thickness, length and test requirement. |
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Seamless pipe and tube |
ASTM B466 / ASME SB466 |
Confirm whether the order is pipe or tube and state the required dimensions. |
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Welded pipe |
ASTM B467 / ASME SB467 |
State welding, heat treatment, inspection and dimensional requirements. |
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Plate, sheet and strip |
ASTM B122 or ASTM B171 / ASME equivalents |
Select the standard according to product use, thickness and pressure-equipment requirements. |
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Rod, bar, shapes and forgings |
ASTM B151 / ASME SB151 |
State section, temper, tolerance and machining allowance. |
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Flanges and fittings |
Material standard plus ASME, EN, DIN or EEMUA dimensional standard |
The material and dimensional standards must both be stated; one does not replace the other. |
Copper Nickel Chemical Composition
The values below are UNS reference ranges for C70600 and C71500. Final acceptance must follow the product standard and the heat-specific Mill Test Certificate. Some welding applications use C70620 or C71520 with tighter impurity controls.
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UNS grade |
Copper |
Nickel incl. cobalt |
Iron |
Manganese |
Zinc |
Lead |
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C70600 (90/10) |
Balance |
9.0-11.0 |
1.0-1.8 |
1.0 max. |
1.0 max. |
0.05 max. |
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C71500 (70/30) |
Balance |
29.0-33.0 |
0.40-1.0 |
1.0 max. |
1.0 max. |
0.05 max. |
Copper Nickel Property and Fabrication Summary
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Selection point |
Cu-Ni 90/10 |
Cu-Ni 70/30 |
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Relative strength |
Moderate; commonly selected for general marine service |
Higher than 90/10; useful where the design requires more strength |
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Density at 20°C |
Approximately 8.94 g/cm³ |
Approximately 8.94 g/cm³ |
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Thermal conductivity |
Higher than 70/30 |
Lower than 90/10 |
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Cold and hot forming |
Good, subject to temper and product form |
Good, subject to temper and product form |
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Gas-shielded arc welding |
Rated excellent in Copper Development Association data |
Rated excellent in Copper Development Association data |
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Mechanical values |
Depend on product form, temper, section and governing standard |
Depend on product form, temper, section and governing standard |
Copper Nickel 90/10 vs 70/30
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Selection factor |
Cu-Ni 90/10 |
Cu-Ni 70/30 |
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UNS designation |
C70600 / C70620 |
C71500 / C71520 |
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Nominal nickel level |
About 10% |
About 30% |
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Relative cost direction |
Usually lower alloy cost |
Usually higher alloy cost |
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Relative strength |
Lower than 70/30 |
Higher than 90/10 |
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Common selection direction |
General seawater piping, heat exchangers and marine systems |
More demanding flow, pressure, naval or higher-strength service |
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Selection caution |
Do not exceed project velocity, water-quality or design limits |
Do not select only on strength; verify corrosion, welding and code requirements |
Need grade-specific details? Review theC70600 Copper Nickel 90/10 range or theC71500 Copper Nickel 70/30 range before preparing the RFQ.
Industries We Serve
- Shipbuilding and marine systems: Used for seawater piping, cooling lines, deck systems, valves, flanges and related components where the specified Cu-Ni grade meets the required velocity and corrosion conditions.
- Heat exchangers and condensers: Selected for condenser and heat-exchanger tubes that transfer heat while operating with seawater or brackish cooling water.
- Offshore oil and gas: Applied in platform seawater systems, firewater lines, utility piping and splash-zone components after project-specific corrosion review.
- Power generation: Used in condensers, cooling-water circuits and auxiliary systems where water chemistry and flow conditions support copper-nickel service.
- Desalination and water treatment: Considered for seawater intake, transfer and heat-recovery equipment where chloride exposure is continuous.
- Chemical and process plants: Used for selected heat-transfer and piping duties after compatibility is checked against the exact chemical composition, temperature and concentration.
Testing and Documentation
The required documentation should be stated with the enquiry. Depending on the product form and project, the purchase order may call for a Mill Test Certificate, heat-number traceability, chemical analysis, mechanical testing, dimensional inspection, hydrostatic or pneumatic testing for tubular products, non-destructive testing, PMI, or third-party inspection. Lakshya Steel should confirm the available test and certificate package before the order is finalised.
Request a Copper Nickel Products Quote
Share the alloy grade, product form, standard, size, wall thickness or plate thickness, length, quantity, temper, testing requirement, certification and delivery location. For piping items, also include the schedule, pressure class, end type and drawing when applicable.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Copper Nickel Products
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Which copper nickel product forms are available?
Which standards apply to copper nickel products?
What information is needed for a copper nickel quotation?
Provide the UNS grade, product form, ASTM, ASME, EN, DIN or EEMUA standard, size, wall or plate thickness, length, quantity, temper, testing, certification and delivery destination. For piping components, add the schedule, pressure class, facing or end connection and drawing. This allows the quotation to match the actual engineering requirement rather than a generic grade price.
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