ASTM B111 C12200 Phosphorus Deoxidized Copper Seamless Tube for Heat Exchanger and Condenser Applications

ASTM B111 C12200 copper seamless tube is manufactured from phosphorus deoxidized copper (DHP copper) and is widely used in heat exchangers, condensers, evaporators, and other thermal transfer equipment.

C12200 copper tube is produced according to ASTM B111/B111M requirements for seamless copper and copper alloy tubes used in condenser and heat exchanger applications. The phosphorus deoxidized copper grade provides suitable characteristics for tube fabrication processes such as bending, forming, brazing, and welding.

With controlled material composition and seamless tube construction, C12200 copper tubes are suitable for industrial applications requiring reliable heat transfer performance and consistent dimensional accuracy.

Material and Standard

C12200 Phosphorus Deoxidized Copper (DHP Copper)

Material Grade: C12200
Copper Type: Phosphorus Deoxidized Copper
Standard: ASTM B111 / B111M
Product Form: Seamless Copper Tube

C12200 copper contains phosphorus as a deoxidizing element, reducing oxygen content in the copper structure. This material grade is commonly selected for applications involving brazing and welding during heat exchanger manufacturing.

Manufacturing Process

The ASTM B111 C12200 copper seamless tubes are manufactured through controlled production processes, including:

• Copper billet casting

• Hot extrusion

• Cold drawing

• Annealing treatment

• Straightening

• Surface cleaning and inspection

The combination of extrusion and cold drawing processes helps achieve accurate tube dimensions, uniform wall thickness, and suitable mechanical properties for heat transfer equipment fabrication.

Technical Features

Phosphorus Deoxidized Copper Material

C12200 DHP copper provides good fabrication characteristics for industrial tube applications. The material is suitable for processes requiring tube expansion, bending, brazing, and welding.

Seamless Tube Structure

The seamless manufacturing process eliminates longitudinal weld seams and provides a uniform tube structure. This design is commonly used in heat exchanger and condenser systems where controlled tube geometry is required.

Suitable Heat Transfer Application

Copper has high thermal conductivity and good formability, making C12200 seamless tubes a common material choice for thermal exchange equipment.

Product Specifications

Applications

ASTM B111 C12200 copper seamless tubes are commonly used in:

• Shell and tube heat exchangers

• Surface condensers

• Refrigeration systems

• HVAC equipment

• Industrial cooling systems

• Power plant heat transfer equipment

• Evaporators and thermal processing systems

The final material selection should consider operating temperature, pressure, fluid medium, and corrosion conditions of the application environment.

Quality Control and Inspection

During production, copper seamless tubes can be inspected according to project requirements, including:

• Chemical composition analysis

• Dimensional inspection

• Mechanical property testing

• Surface inspection

• Eddy current testing

• Hydrostatic testing

Inspection methods can be selected according to ASTM requirements and customer specifications.

Why Use ASTM B111 C12200 Copper Tube for Heat Exchanger Manufacturing?

C12200 phosphorus deoxidized copper seamless tube is commonly selected for heat exchanger applications due to:

• Compliance with ASTM B111 material specifications

• Suitable forming and fabrication characteristics

• Compatibility with brazing and welding processes

• Consistent tube dimensions from controlled manufacturing

• Wide application range in thermal equipment