Copper Strip & Bar – Round, Square and Flat products (including busbar) from Austral Wright Metals

Austral Wright Metals has a history of over 75 years as one of the industry’s leading sellers of copper bar products.

The superior qualities of copper and copper alloy make them the ideal products in a vast range of commercial, industrial and domestic applications.

 

In addition to its well known traditional properties – electrical and thermal conductivity, malleability and resistance to corrosion – copper is far more versatile in combining with other metals to provide performance characteristics needed to satisfy today’s increasingly complex demands. To meet the exact specifications of our customers, Austral Wright Metals sources, stocks and supplies products from leading copper and brass mills around the world.

 

Customers can request products to be produced to their individual specifications, or select from Austral Wright Metals’ extensive stocks of copper and copper bar products.

 

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What are copper bars and strip used for?

Copper bars have a wide range of uses due to the unique properties of copper, including its excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, and malleability. Here are some common applications of copper bars and copper strip:

  1. Electrical Wiring: Copper bars are frequently used in electrical wiring and power distribution systems. The high conductivity of copper ensures efficient transmission of electricity, which minimizes energy loss.
  2. Grounding and Earthing Systems: Copper bars are used in grounding and earthing systems to provide a low-resistance path for electrical currents to safely dissipate into the ground, preventing electrical accidents and lightning strikes.
  3. Electrical Busbars: Copper busbars are essential components in electrical switchgear, circuit breakers, and distribution panels. They facilitate the distribution of electrical power within these systems.
  4. Electrical Connectors: Copper bars are used to create reliable electrical connections, including wire splicing, terminal blocks, and electrical connectors.
  5. Heat Exchangers: Copper's excellent thermal conductivity makes it suitable for heat exchangers used in HVAC systems, refrigeration units, and industrial processes.
  6. Plumbing and Piping: Copper bars are utilized in plumbing and piping systems for both residential and commercial applications. Copper's corrosion resistance ensures the durability of water pipes and fittings.
  7. Roofing and Cladding: Copper is often used for roofing and cladding due to its corrosion resistance and aesthetic appeal. Over time, copper develops a protective patina that gives it a distinctive greenish-blue color.
  8. Sculptures and Artwork: Artists and sculptors use copper bars and sheets for their creative projects due to its malleability and the unique patina it develops.
  9. Antimicrobial Surfaces: Copper's natural antimicrobial properties make it suitable for touch surfaces in healthcare settings, such as door handles and handrails, to help reduce the spread of bacteria and viruses.
  10. Electrical Motors and Transformers: Copper bars are essential components in electrical motors and transformers, where they carry and distribute electrical currents.
  11. Automotive Radiators: Copper and copper-alloy tubes and fins are used in automotive radiators for their excellent heat transfer properties.
  12. Jewellery: Copper is sometimes used in jewelry making, either in its pure form or as part of an alloy. It can be polished to a bright finish or left to develop a natural patina for aesthetic appeal.

These are just a few examples of the many applications of copper bars. The versatility and useful properties of copper make it a valuable material in various industries and everyday products.

 

 

Why choose Austral Wright Metals?

Austral Wright Metals specialises in the supply of high-quality metals and related products. If you're considering why a customer might choose Austral Wright Metals, here are reasons:

  1. Wide Range of Metals: Austral Wright Metals is a stockist and re seller that offers a diverse range of items, including stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze, aluminum, titanium, and specialty alloys. This variety allows customers to find the specific material that suits their needs.
  2. Quality Assurance: Our emphasis on commitment to quality assurance. This includes adhering to industry standards and providing materials that meet or exceed customer expectations. Together with our ISO9001 accreditation.
  3. Expertise and Knowledge: Austral Wright Metals has a team of experts with in-depth knowledge and details of metals and their applications. Customers can benefit from our advice and assistance in selecting the right materials for their projects. So contact us no matter the subject and we will help you sort it out. Click on our enquiry link.
  4. Customisation: Our customised order services, customers may choose it for the ability to have materials cut, shaped, or fabricated to their exact specifications in partnership with our overseas suppliers.
  5. Reliable Supply: Austral Wright Metals consistently delivers on time and in the quantities required.
  6. Technical Support: Providing technical support, including data sheets, material specifications, and technical guidance, can help customers make informed decisions about their metal requirements.
  7. Competitive Pricing: Competitive pricing or flexible pricing structures..
  8. Customer Focus: Demonstrating a commitment to excellent customer service, clear communication, and responsive support.
  9. Nationwide Coverage: Austral Wright Metals has a broad distribution network across Australia.

 

Find out how fast we could deliver to your facility, what prices we can offer or let us help you choose the right product for you.

Copper Bar - Flat

Metric
(mm)
Imperial
(inches)
kg/m (nominal)Alloy C11000 PlainAlloy C11000 Tinned
SEFRSquare edge (SE)Radius Corner  (RC)Full Radius(FR)Square edge (SE)Radius Corner (RC)Full Radius (FR)
12.7 x 3.18
1/2 x 1/8
0.36
0.34
50003940
15.88 x 3.18
5/8 x 1/8
0.45
0.43
50003942
19.05 x 3.18
3/4 x 1/8
0.54
0.52
50003928
19.05 x 4.76
3/4 x 3/16
0.81
0.76
50003944
19.05 x 6.35
3/4 x 1/4
1.08
1.00
50004036
20 x 6.3
1.12
1.05
50003924
50003912
20 x 10
1.78
1.59
50113149
50113152
25 x 6.3
1.40
1.33
50003923
50003909
25 x 10
2.23
2.03
50004026
50066094
25.4 x 3.18
1 x 1/8
0.72
0.70
50003930
50003992
25.4 x 4.76
1 x 3/16
1.08
1.03
50003945
25.4 x 19.05
1 x 3/4
4.31
3.61
50003969
30 x 10
2.67
2.48
50004025
50004042
31.5 x 6.3
1.77
1.69
50003925
50003981
31.75 x 3.18
1 1/4 x 1/8
0.90
0.88
50003931
50003973
31.75 x 6.35
1 1/4 x 1/4
1.79
1.72
50003957
38.1 x 3.18
1 1/2 x 1/8
1.08
1.06
50003932
50097422
38.1 x 4.76
1 1/2 x 3/16
1.61
1.57
50003947
50003967
38.1 x 19.05
1 1/2 x 3/4
6.46
5.77
50003896
40 x 6.3
2.24
2.17
50003926
50004011
40 x 10
3.56
3.37
50003961
50066102
50 x 6.3
2.80
2.73
50004053
50004060
50 x 10
4.45
4.26
50003966
50003922
50004040
50.8 x 3.18
2 x 1/8
1.44
1.42
50003935
50.8 x 4.76
2 x 3/16
2.15
2.11
50003948
50.8 x 6.35
2 x 1/4
2.87
2.79
50003937
50003883
50.8 x 12.7
2 x 1/2
5.74
5.43
50003994
60 x 6.3
3.36
3.29
50011337
60 x 10
5.34
5.15
50003964
50004024
60 x 12
6.41
6.13
50003959
50003971
63 x 6.3
3.53
3.46
50003956
50003894
63.5 x 3.18
2 1/2 x 1/8
1.80
1.78
50003943
80 x 6.3
4.49
4.41
50004047
50003892
80 x 10
7.12
6.93
50004023
50003955
50004012
100 x 6.3
5.61
5.53
50004046
50003906
100 x 10
8.90
8.71
50004049
50115359
50117516
50066103
101.6 x 6.35
4 x 1/4
5.74
5.66
50003983
101.6 x 12.7
4 x 1/2
11.48
11.18
50003844
101.6 x 25.4
4 x 1
22.97
21.73
50003849
120 x 10
10.68
10.49
50003835
50116699
125 x 6.3
7.01
6.93
50004022
50003927
152.4 x 6.35
6 x 1/4
8.61
8.54
50004001
152.4 x 12.7
6 x 1/2
17.23
16.92
50119892
152.4 x 25.4
6 x 1
34.45
33.22
50119893
160 x 6.3
8.97
8.90
50004021
50003874
160 x 10
14.25
14.05
50004027
50003917
Please Note: Other sizes available on request.
Standard Length: 4000mm

 

Copper Bar - Round

Metric
(mm)
Imperial
(inches)
kg/m
(nominal)
Alloy
C11000
High Conductivity Copper
C14700
Free Machining Copper
4.76
3/16
0.16
50003649
6.35
1/4
0.28
50003650
7.94
5/16
0.44
50003651
9.53
3/8
0.64
50003653
12.7
1/2
1.13
50003392
50003407
15.88
5/8
1.77
50003393
17.46
11/16
2.14
50003471
19.05
3/4
2.55
50003395
50114703
22.23
7/8
3.47
50003396
25.4
1
4.53
50003397
50003472
31.75
1 1/4
7.08
50003508
38.1
1 1/2
10.19
50003510
50025282
44.45
1 3/4
13.87
50003511
50.8
2
18.12
50003513
63.5
2 1/2
28.31
50003630
Please Note: Other sizes available on request.
Standard Length: 3600mm

Copper Square

Metric
(mm)

Imperial
(inches)

kg/m
(nominal)

Alloy

C11000

50.8

2 x 2

23.00

50003519

Standard Length:3600mm

Copper Tube

AWS supplies Inner Groove and Smooth Bore and Layer Wound Coil

Standards

Chemical Composition %

Cu

Stock / Overseas

P

C12200 or JIS C1220

99.90 min

0.015-0.040

Standard Dimensions – Inner Groove Tube

Groove Type

Outer Diameter

(mm)

Av Wall Thickness

(mm)

No of Grooves

Helix Angle

Groove Depth

(mm)

A

9.52

0.35

65

25

0.15

9.52

0.41

65

25

0.15

B

9.52

0.35

60

25

0.12

C

7.94

0.36

50

18

0.2

9.52

0.35

60

18

0.2

9.52

0.36

60

18

0.2

9.52

0.41

60

18

0.2

12.7

0.51

65

18

0.25

For other dimensions please consult with out Sales Office.

Mechanical Properties

Temper

Tensile Strength

MPa

Elongation

%

HR15T

 

Grain Size

(mm)

Light Annealed

275

40 min

65 max

0.04 max

Groove Shapes

Type AType BType C

PDF Downloads

Copper Bar - Round, Square and Flat (including busbar)

Copper Bar Brochure

 Copper Flat

 Copper Round & Square

 Copper Tube

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