Copper and its alloys are present wherever industrial
machinery and equipment are found. Due to their durability, machinability,
and ease of casting with high precision and tolerance, copper alloys
are ideal for making products such as gears, bearings, and turbine
blades.
Copper's superior heat transfer capabilities and ability to withstand
extreme environments makes it an ideal choice for heat exchange equipment,
pressure vessels, and vats.
In situations where explosions are feared, copper-alloyed safety tools,
such as hammers, axes, pliers, and screwdrivers are typically specified.
These tools are non sparking, high strength, non magnetic, and corrosion
resistant.
The corrosion-resistant properties of copper and its alloys (e.g.,
brass, bronze, copper-nickel) make them especially suitable for use
in demanding environments. Oil platforms, coastal power stations,
and vessels, tanks, and piping exposed to seawater all depend on copper's
corrosion resistance for protection.
Because of the versatility and excellent corrosion resistance of copper
alloys, they are specified in many engineering applications, including
valves, pumps, heat exchangers, radiators, valve guides, hydraulic
tubing, bolting, mining wagon brakes, and plastic molding dies. |
