Materials - Copper sheet

History of Copper The name Copper is derived from Cuprum, the Roman name for Cyprian Metal. Copper is probably the first metal to be used by mankind. Copper is a soft and reddish-orange metal. It is one of the best conductors of heat and electricity. The alloys Brass and Bronze are formed when Copper is combined with alloying elements such as tin, aluminum, silicon or beryllium.  When copper is exposed to moist air containing carbon-dioxide, a protective greenish film known as Patina is formed. This film prevents the surface of the copper material from further corrosion.

Properties of Copper sheet

Copper sheet is widely used because of its unique properties.

• Copper sheet is one of the best conductors of electricity after Silver. Copper is more often used due to its lower cost.
• Copper sheet is a very good conductor of heat.
• Copper sheet can be shaped into any form easily as it does not crack when hammered, stamped, forged or pressed.
• Copper sheet is resistant to corrosion and does not rust.
• Copper sheet is environmental friendly - it can be recycled.

Applications of Copper sheet

Copper is one of the most useful metals.  It is the second most widely used metal after Iron. Copper sheet is used in various industries:

Automotive: As Copper sheet has superior properties of durability, weldability, heat transfer, electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance, it is often used in the automotive industry. Copper sheet is used for the manufacture of Radiators and intercoolers / heat exchangers etc.

Construction: Copper sheet is used for making roof tops, lighting fixtures, furniture, plumbing fixtures etc., as it can be formed easily into any shape. 

Other applications: Other applications include nuclear submarines, industrial heat exchangers, boilers, hand tools, copper clad scalpel used by surgeons etc. Copper sheet is also used for cookware and decorative items.

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