Jul 11 2013
	Topics Covered
	Introduction
	Chemical Composition
	Physical Properties
	Applications
	Introduction
	UNS C70610 is a copper alloy belonging to the copper-nickel alloy group. The properties of copper-nickel alloys vary with the composition. For example, the addition of manganese in the alloy acts as a de-sulfurizer and de-oxidant. It improves the working characteristics and anti-corrosiveness in seawater.
	The following datasheet discusses the chemical composition and properties of copper UNS C70610.
	Chemical Composition
	The chemical composition of copper UNS C70610 is given in the following table.
	
		
			| 
				Element | 
			
				Content (%) | 
		
		
			| 
				Nickel, Ni | 
			
				10-11 | 
		
		
			| 
				Iron, Fe | 
			
				1-2 | 
		
		
			| 
				Manganese, Mn | 
			
				0.5-1 | 
		
		
			| 
				Lead, Pb | 
			
				0.01 | 
		
		
			| 
				Copper, Cu | 
			
				Balance | 
		
	
	Physical Properties
	The following table discusses the physical properties of copper UNS C70610.
	
		
			| 
				Properties | 
			
				Metric | 
			
				Imperial | 
		
		
			| 
				Density | 
			
				8.9 g/cm3 | 
			
				0.323 lb/in3 | 
		
	
	Applications
	Copper UNS C70610 finds application in:
	- 
		In sea water condenser systems
 
	- 
		In desalination plants
 
	- 
		In pipe work in chemical plants.