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Product Overview
Copper Sheets & Plates supplied by R V Metal Corporation are manufactured from high-purity copper grades such as C11000 (ETP), C12200 (DHP) and C10200 (OFHC), offering excellent thermal and electrical conductivity, superior corrosion resistance, and outstanding formability. These sheets and plates are used extensively across electrical engineering, switchgear manufacturing, transformers, busbar fabrication, architectural cladding, gasket production, HVAC components, and industrial machinery. Produced in both hot-rolled and cold-rolled conditions, they are available in soft, half-hard, and hard tempers, ensuring precise compatibility with bending, stamping, machining, and deep-draw applications. With strict dimensional accuracy, flatness control, and customizable thickness/width options, R V Metal Corporation provides copper sheets and plates tailored for high-performance and critical engineering environments.
Technical Specifications
| Technical Specification – Copper Sheets & Plates | |
|---|---|
| Grades Available | C11000 (ETP), C12200 (DHP), C10200 (OFHC) |
| Thickness Range | 0.20 mm to 100 mm (Custom sizes available) |
| Width Range | 10 mm to 1250 mm (Standard) • Wider customized widths on request |
| Length Options | Standard: 1000 mm, 1220 mm, 2000 mm, 2440 mm • Custom cut lengths available |
| Temper / Hardness | Soft (O), Half-Hard (H02 / H04), Hard (H08 / H10) |
| Conductivity | ETP: ≥ 100% IACS • DHP: ~ 85–90% IACS • OFHC: ≥ 101% IACS |
| Surface Finish | Mill Finish • Brushed • Polished • Bright Annealed • Protective PVC Coating Available |
| Edge Condition | Mill Edge • Slit Edge • Deburred Edge • Rounded Edge for Busbar Applications |
| Manufacturing Process | Hot Rolled / Cold Rolled • Annealed / Temper Hardened |
| Tolerance Standards | As per ASTM B152, EN 1652, IS 14811 (Dimensional & mechanical tolerances) |
| Form Availability | Sheets, Plates, Cut Blanks, Busbar Panels, CNC-Finished Components |
Chemical Composition
| Chemical Composition – Copper Sheets & Plates | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade | Copper (Cu) | Phosphorus (P) | Other Elements |
| C11000 – Electrolytic Tough Pitch (ETP) | ≥ 99.90% | ≤ 0.004% | Oxygen: 0.02–0.04% |
| C12200 – Phosphorus-Deoxidized Copper (DHP) | ≥ 99.90% | 0.015 – 0.040% | Oxygen: ≤ 0.001% (Deoxidized) |
| C10200 – Oxygen-Free High Conductivity (OFHC) | ≥ 99.95% | ≤ 0.002% | Oxygen: ≤ 0.001% |
| C10300 – Oxygen-Free Copper (OF) | ≥ 99.95% | ≤ 0.004% | Minimal residual impurities |
| C12000 – Phosphorized Low Residual (PLR) | ≥ 99.90% | 0.004 – 0.012% | Low residual impurities |
UNS Codes & Grades
| UNS Codes & Grades – Copper Sheets & Plates | ||
|---|---|---|
| UNS Code | Grade / Alloy Name | Description |
| C11000 | ETP Copper (Electrolytic Tough Pitch) | High electrical conductivity; widely used for electrical busbars, panels & switchgear parts. |
| C12200 | DHP Copper (Phosphorus Deoxidized) | Excellent formability & weldability; ideal for industrial, plumbing & HVAC applications. |
| C10200 | OFHC Copper (Oxygen-Free High Conductivity) | Ultra-high conductivity; used in electronics, vacuum systems & high-purity applications. |
| C10300 | OF Copper | Low oxygen content; preferred for high-temperature & hydrogen environment applications. |
| C12000 | PLR Copper (Phosphorized Low Residual) | Improved weldability & brazing characteristics; suitable for fabricated components. |
Mechanical, Physical & Fabrication Properties
| Mechanical, Physical & Fabrication Properties – Copper Sheets & Plates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Property | Copper Sheets & Plates (Typical Values) | Description / Notes |
| Tensile Strength | 200 – 250 MPa (Annealed) 250 – 320 MPa (Hard) |
Varies by temper; higher hardness increases strength. |
| Yield Strength | 50 – 100 MPa (Annealed) 200+ MPa (Hard) |
Influenced by cold-working and temper conditions. |
| Elongation | 25% – 45% | Excellent ductility allows deep drawing and bending. |
| Hardness (HV) | 45 – 90 HV | Depends on temper: soft (annealed) to hard-drawn. |
| Thermal Conductivity | ~390 W/m·K | High thermal conductivity ideal for heat transfer applications. |
| Electrical Conductivity | 97% – 100% IACS | ETP copper (C11000) gives the highest electrical performance. |
| Melting Point | 1083°C | Suitable for high-temperature industrial environments. |
| Density | 8.93 g/cm³ | Used for accurate theoretical weight calculations. |
| Weldability | Excellent (C12200, C12000) Good (C11000) |
DHP copper is preferred due to low oxygen content. |
| Brazing & Soldering | Excellent | Copper offers superior capillary action and joint strength. |
| Formability | Excellent | Highly suitable for bending, stamping, punching, and deep drawing. |
| Corrosion Resistance | High | Natural oxide layer provides long-term durability. |
Common Names & International Identifiers
| Common Names & International Identifiers – Copper Sheets & Plates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identifier Type | Designation | Notes / Usage |
| Common Industry Names |
Copper Sheet Copper Plate Copper Flat Sheet Copper Mill Plate Electrolytic Tough Pitch Copper Sheet (ETP) Deoxidized High Phosphorus Copper Sheet (DHP) |
General usage in manufacturing, stamping, fabrication, electrical & industrial applications. |
| UNS (Unified Numbering System) |
C11000 (ETP Copper) C12200 (DHP Copper) C12000 (DLP Copper) |
Most widely used identifiers in electrical and fabrication industries. |
| ISO Designation |
Cu-ETP (CW004A) Cu-DHP (CW024A) |
Standardized material grades used in global copper sheet and plate production. |
| EN Standard Names |
CW004A – Copper ETP CW024A – Copper DHP |
European nomenclature used for both sheets and plates. |
| ASTM Designations |
ASTM B152 – Copper Sheet, Strip & Plate ASTM B370 – Copper Sheet & Strip for Building Construction |
Defines material quality, thickness tolerances, and mechanical performance. |
| JIS (Japan) |
C1100 (ETP Copper) C1220 (DHP Copper) |
Used extensively in electrical & precision fabrication components. |
| DIN (Germany) |
SF-Cu (ETP Copper) SF-Cu F30 / F37 Cu-DHP |
DIN nomenclature is common in engineering & heat-transfer industries. |
| Other International Names |
Pure Copper Sheet Electrolytic Copper Plate Deoxidized Copper Sheet Oxygen-Free Equivalent Copper (Informal) |
Commonly used by traders, distributors, and OEM buyers globally. |
Standards & International Equivalents
| Standards & International Equivalents – Copper Sheets & Plates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Standard / Region | Designation / Code | Description / Scope |
| ASTM (USA) |
ASTM B152 – Copper Sheet, Strip & Plate ASTM B370 – Sheet & Strip for Building Construction |
Covers mechanical properties, chemical purity, thickness tolerances, and performance for commercial, electrical, roofing, and architectural copper sheets & plates. |
| EN / EU Standards |
EN 1652 – Copper Sheet, Plate & Strip EN 1172 – Copper Sheet & Strip for Building CW004A (Cu-ETP), CW024A (Cu-DHP) |
European standard defining copper grades, oxygen content, tolerances, delivery conditions, and mechanical values. |
| ISO (International) |
ISO 1634 – Wrought Copper & Copper Alloy Plates, Sheets & Strips ISO Cu-ETP, ISO Cu-DHP |
Global harmonization of copper sheet & plate properties and material grades. |
| JIS (Japan) |
JIS H3100 – Copper & Copper Alloy Sheets & Plates C1100 (ETP), C1220 (DHP) |
Japanese standards defining dimensions, purity, surface finish, and mechanical specifications. |
| DIN (Germany) |
DIN EN 1652 – Wrought Copper Sheets & Plates SF-Cu, Cu-DHP |
Widely used in fabrication, heat-exchanger plates, electrical bus plates, and industrial applications. |
| BS (British Standard) |
BS EN 1652 – Copper Sheet, Plate & Strip Formerly BS 2870 |
British specification for manufacturing-quality copper sheets and plates. |
| GOST (Russia) |
GOST 495–92 – Copper Sheets & Plates M1 (Equivalent to ETP Copper) |
Defines Russian industrial copper sheet grades and tolerances. |
| Chinese Standard (GB) |
GB/T 2059 – Copper & Copper Alloy Sheets & Plates T1 (ETP), TU1 (OFHC), T2 (Commercial Copper) |
Covers electrical, thermal, and fabrication-grade sheets & plates for industrial use. |
Applications
| Applications of Copper Sheets & Plates | |
|---|---|
| Sector / Industry | Typical Applications |
| Electrical & Power Distribution | Bus bars, transformer windings, switchgear components, earthing plates, electrical contact plates, and conductive laminates. |
| HVAC & Refrigeration | Heat exchanger plates, accumulator plates, condenser and evaporator components, precision thermal panels. |
| Architecture & Building | Roofing sheets, decorative panels, façade cladding, flashing, gutters, rainwater systems, and interior design elements. |
| Automotive & Transportation | Electrical connectors, battery terminals, EV bus plates, cooling plates, and vibration-resistant metal components. |
| Marine & Offshore | Corrosion-resistant plates for seawater applications, engine components, pump parts, and anti-fouling structural parts. |
| Industrial Engineering | Machine parts, stamping plates, tooling plates, CNC-cut copper blanks, heavy-duty wear-resistant components. |
| Thermal Management Systems | Cold plates, heat spreaders, thermal shields, solar absorber plates, and industrial heat-transfer plates. |
| Fabrication & Metalworking | Punching, bending, laser cutting, gasket production, custom fabrication, and precision engineering assemblies. |
| Electronics & PCB Manufacturing | PCB copper cladding, EMI/RFI shielding plates, grounding plates, and precision stamped electronic contacts. |
Standard Copper Sheets & Plates Dimensional Chart
| Copper Sheets & Plates – Dimensional Chart & Theoretical Weight | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thickness (mm) | Standard Widths (mm) | Standard Lengths (mm) | Weight (kg/m²) | Weight (kg/ft²) | Applicable Grades |
| 0.5 | 300 / 600 / 1000 / 1220 | 1000 / 2000 / 2440 | 4.45 | 0.413 | ETP (C11000) DHP (C12200) DLP (C12000) |
| 0.7 | 300 / 600 / 1000 / 1220 | 1000 / 2000 / 2440 | 6.23 | 0.580 | |
| 1.0 | 300 / 600 / 1000 / 1220 | 1000 / 2000 / 2440 | 8.90 | 0.828 | |
| 1.5 | 300 / 600 / 1000 / 1220 | 1000 / 2000 / 2440 | 13.35 | 1.242 | |
| 2.0 | 300 / 600 / 1000 / 1220 | 1000 / 2000 / 2440 | 17.80 | 1.656 | |
| 3.0 | 600 / 1000 / 1220 | 2000 / 2440 | 26.70 | 2.484 | |
| 4.0 | 600 / 1000 / 1220 / 1500 | 2000 / 2440 / 3000 | 35.60 | 3.312 | |
| 5.0 | 600 / 1000 / 1220 / 1500 | 2000 / 2440 / 3000 | 44.50 | 4.140 | |
| 6.0 | 600 / 1000 / 1220 / 1500 | 2000 / 2440 / 3000 | 53.40 | 4.968 | |
| 8.0 – 25.0 (Plates) | 1000 / 1220 / 1500 / 2000 | 2000 / 2440 / 3000 / 4000 | 71.20 – 222.50 (Linear: kg = Thickness × 8.90) |
6.62 – 20.68 | |
| Copper Sheets & Plates – Tolerance Table (ASTM B152 / EN 1652 / IS 14811) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parameter | ASTM B152 Tolerance | EN 1652 Tolerance | IS 14811 Tolerance |
| Thickness 0.2 – 0.6 mm | ±0.025 mm | ±0.030 mm | ±0.030 mm |
| Thickness 0.6 – 1.0 mm | ±0.030 mm | ±0.040 mm | ±0.040 mm |
| Thickness 1.0 – 2.0 mm | ±0.040 mm | ±0.050 mm | ±0.050 mm |
| Thickness 2.0 – 4.0 mm | ±0.060 mm | ±0.070 mm | ±0.070 mm |
| Thickness 4.0 – 8.0 mm | ±0.080 mm | ±0.100 mm | ±0.090 mm |
| Thickness 8.0 – 12.0 mm | ±0.120 mm | ±0.150 mm | ±0.120 mm |
| Thickness Above 12 mm (Plates) | ±0.180 mm | ±0.250 mm | ±0.200 mm |
| Width Tolerance (Sheets) | ±2.0 mm | ±2.0 mm | ±2.5 mm |
| Length Tolerance (Sheets) | ±3.0 mm | ±3.0 mm | ±4.0 mm |
| Flatness Tolerance | Max 3 mm/m | Max 2 mm/m | Max 3 mm/m |
| Edge Burr | < 0.25 mm | < 0.30 mm | < 0.30 mm |
| Copper Sheets & Plates – Hardness vs Thickness vs Temper | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Temper | Typical Hardness (HV) | Recommended Thickness Range | Applications |
| Soft Annealed (O) | 45 – 65 HV | 0.3 mm – 8 mm | Bending, deep drawing, electrical components, roofing |
| Half-Hard (H02/H04) | 70 – 95 HV | 0.5 mm – 10 mm | Busbars, earthing strips, moderate forming, industrial parts |
| Hard (H06) | 95 – 120 HV | 1 mm – 12 mm | High-strength busbars, transformers, switchgear, machined parts |
| Extra Hard (H08) | 120 – 150 HV | 2 mm – 25 mm (plates) | Heavy-duty electrical conductors, structural copper plates |
