Non-Ferrous Metals · Pipes · ASTM B466
Cupro-Nickel 90/10 Pipes
In short: CuNi 90/10 pipe to ASTM B466 / B467 or EEMUA 144 is used for shipboard and offshore seawater cooling, firemain and ballast systems, resisting seawater corrosion and biofouling.
- C70600
- UNS number
- 8.94
- density, g/cm³
- 3.1 / 3.2
- EN 10204 certificates
- 2
- Cupro-Nickel 90/10 product forms
Why this combination
Why Cupro-Nickel 90/10 in pipes
Copper-nickel naturally resists marine fouling and seawater corrosion at moderate velocities, which is why navies and shipyards use it widely.
Velocity limits apply; higher-velocity systems may use super duplex instead.
Specification
How to specify Cupro-Nickel 90/10 pipes
NPS ⅛" to 48" and larger (DN 6 – DN 1200+), schedules 5S to XXS, single random, double random and cut lengths
- Specification
- ASTM B466 (seamless) / B467 (welded) / EEMUA 144
- UNS
- C70600
- EN / W.Nr.
- CW352H
- Designation
- UNS C70600
Sizes and weights
Cupro-Nickel 90/10 pipes sizes, weighed at 8.94 g/cm³
Other sizes on request. For general pipes information, such as manufacturing routes and end finishes, see the pipes guide.
| NPS | OD mm | Sch 5S | Sch 10S | Sch 40S | Sch 80S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½" | 21.34 | 1.65 / 0.91 | 2.11 / 1.14 | 2.77 / 1.44 | 3.73 / 1.84 |
| ¾" | 26.67 | 1.65 / 1.16 | 2.11 / 1.46 | 2.87 / 1.92 | 3.91 / 2.50 |
| 1" | 33.40 | 1.65 / 1.47 | 2.77 / 2.38 | 3.38 / 2.85 | 4.55 / 3.69 |
| 1¼" | 42.16 | 1.65 / 1.88 | 2.77 / 3.06 | 3.56 / 3.86 | 4.85 / 5.08 |
| 1½" | 48.26 | 1.65 / 2.16 | 2.77 / 3.54 | 3.68 / 4.61 | 5.08 / 6.16 |
| 2" | 60.33 | 1.65 / 2.72 | 2.77 / 4.48 | 3.91 / 6.20 | 5.54 / 8.53 |
| 2½" | 73.03 | 2.11 / 4.20 | 3.05 / 5.99 | 5.16 / 9.84 | 7.01 / 13.00 |
| 3" | 88.90 | 2.11 / 5.14 | 3.05 / 7.35 | 5.49 / 12.86 | 7.62 / 17.40 |
| 4" | 114.30 | 2.11 / 6.65 | 3.05 / 9.53 | 6.02 / 18.31 | 8.56 / 25.42 |
| 6" | 168.28 | 2.77 / 12.88 | 3.40 / 15.74 | 7.11 / 32.18 | 10.97 / 48.47 |
| 8" | 219.08 | 2.77 / 16.83 | 3.76 / 22.74 | 8.18 / 48.45 | 12.70 / 73.61 |
| 10" | 273.05 | 3.40 / 25.75 | 4.19 / 31.64 | 9.27 / 68.68 | 12.70 / 92.86 |
| 12" | 323.85 | 3.96 / 35.58 | 4.57 / 40.98 | 9.53 / 84.13 | 12.70 / 110.98 |
Chemistry
Cupro-Nickel 90/10 composition
- UNS
- C70600
- EN / W.Nr.
- CW352H
- Density
- 8.94 g/cm³
| Element | Limit, % | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Cu | 86.5 min | |
| Ni + Co | 9.0 – 11.0 | |
| Fe | 1.0 – 1.8 | |
| Mn | 1.0 max | |
| Zn | 1.0 max | |
| Pb | 0.05 max |
Limits per ASTM B111 / B466; other product forms and specifications differ slightly. Your order's specification and edition govern.
Questions
About Cupro-Nickel 90/10 pipes
What is EEMUA 144?
A UK specification for 90/10 copper-nickel seamless and welded pipe for seawater systems.
Does CuNi resist fouling?
Yes, copper-nickel resists marine biofouling better than most alloys.
From enquiry to dispatch
How a Cupro-Nickel 90/10 pipes order runs
- 01 EnquiryGrade, specification, size, quantity
- 02 ReviewChecked against your standard
- 03 InspectPMI, dimensions, TPI if required
- 04 CertifyEN 10204 3.1 / 3.2, heat traceable
- 05 ShipPacked and documented for the destination
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