Brass threaded pipes and copper external threaded pipes are essential components in various industrial applications, especially in the fields of air conditioning, refrigeration, and heat exchangers. This article explores the materials, drawing formats, production processes, surface roughness, treatments, inspection instruments, and applications of these critical components.
Brass threaded pipes are typically composed of an alloy of copper and zinc. The exact composition may vary, but it generally consists of approximately 60-80% copper and 20-40% zinc. Brass provides an ideal balance between strength, corrosion resistance, and malleability, making it a preferred material for threaded pipes.
Copper external thread pipes are predominantly made of pure copper, also known as electrolytic or ETP copper. This high-purity copper, typically containing over 99.9% copper, offers exceptional thermal and electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance. These properties make it an ideal choice for applications where heat exchange and durability are critical.
The drawing format for brass threaded pipes and copper external thread pipes is vital for precise manufacturing. These drawings provide detailed information about the dimensions, tolerances, and specifications of the pipes. Commonly used formats include AutoCAD drawings, PDFs, or blueprints, which are essential references for the production process.
The production process of brass threaded pipes and copper external thread pipes involves several steps:
Material Selection: Quality brass and pure copper are chosen as the raw materials.
Extrusion: The selected material is heated and then extruded to create the initial pipe shape.
Thread Cutting: The threads are carefully cut into the pipe to ensure a secure fit with other components.
Heat Treatment: Pipes are heat-treated to enhance their mechanical properties and reduce internal stresses.
Surface Finishing: The pipes' surfaces are polished or coated to improve their appearance and corrosion resistance.
Quality Control: Stringent quality checks are performed to ensure the pipes meet industry standards.
The surface roughness of these pipes is a critical factor as it affects their functionality and appearance. To enhance their performance and aesthetics, various surface treatments may be applied:
Polishing: Polishing can create a smooth, mirror-like finish on the pipes.
Coating: Coatings like nickel or chrome may be applied to improve corrosion resistance and aesthetics.
Passivation: Passivation treatments remove impurities from the surface, enhancing corrosion resistance.
The quality of brass threaded pipes and copper external thread pipes is closely monitored through various inspection instruments, including:
Calipers: For measuring dimensions and tolerances.
Thread Gauges: To ensure precise threading.
Surface Roughness Testers: To assess the quality of surface finishes.
Spectrometers: For material composition analysis.
Brass threaded pipes and copper external thread pipes find application in diverse industries:
Air Conditioning: They serve as essential components in air conditioning systems, ensuring efficient heat exchange.
Refrigeration: In refrigeration systems, these pipes help maintain the desired temperature levels.
Heat Exchangers: Brass and copper pipes are widely used in heat exchangers for efficient thermal transfer.
| Product name | Brass Threaded Pipe Copper External Thread Pipe Copper Tubes For Air Conditioning Refrigeration Heat Exchangers | |
| Production Equipment | CNC, Milling Machine Processing, CNC Lathe Processing,CNC Turning, CNC Milling, Laser Cutting, Bending, Spinning, Wire Cutting, Stamping, Electric Discharge Machining (EDM), Injection Molding | |
| Material | Brass | |
| Drawing format | STEP,STP,GIS,CAD,PDF,DWG,DXF etc or samples. | |
| Production Process | Raw material incoming inspection→Drawing Confirmation→Machine Setup→Trial Production→Sample quality check and confirmation→Mass production→Final Inspection→Packing→Ready to Ship | |
| Finish | Sandblasting, Anodize color, Blackenning, Zinc/Nickl Plating, Polish, Power coating, Passivation PVD, Titanium Plating, Electrogalvanizing, electroplating chromium, electrophoresis, QPQ(Quench-Polish-Quench), Electro Polishing,Chrome Plating, Knurl, Laser etch Logo, etc. |
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| Application | Auto Parts, Hydraulic Hoses, Oil Machinery, Geological Drilling, MotorCycle, Bycycle, Agricultural Machine Parts, Engineering Machinary, Fastners. | |
| Surface roughness | Ra 0.1~3.2 | |
| Surface Treatment | Grinding, Polish, Deburr, Painting, Galvanization, Chrome Plating, Anodization treatment etc | |
| Inspection | 100% Dimensional Check 100% Visual Check Mechanical Properties Inspection, Internal Lab test report or Third Party Inspection Report. |
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| Inspection Instrument | Complete inspection lab with Micrometer, Optical Comparator, Caliper Vernier,CMM Depth Caliper Vernier, Universal Protractor, Clock Gauge, Internal Centigrade Gauge |
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| Tolerance | Customer's Drawing Request | |
TORICH is an enterprise that has been producing precision steel pipes and steel pipe processing for over 20 years, with a factory area of approximately 20000 square meters
The main products produced are carbon steel and alloy steel grade seamless steel pipes, welded precision steel pipes, DOM steel pipes, seamless and welded stainless steel pipes.And our separate workshop also produce machined cast iron parts and cast steel parts, as well ad customized precision parts and difficult precision parts. Our strength is with in our ability to produce metal parts of higher quality control in an integrated process, from mapping and mould design, to casting, forging, machining, heat treatment, surface treatment, assembly and testing.
TORICH team is familiar with the quality requirements and process standards of precision parts and steel tubes of leading industrial companies at home and abroad, constantly optimizes the production and management level, and constantly looks for like-minded excellent suppliers, which enable us to reduce the production cost and have a comparative advantage over many of our competitors.
In the field of processing, TORICH has 18 sets 4-axis/3-axis CNC machines and over 30 sets of CNC lathers. The machining center is capable of machining 1100x600x800mm parts and the CNC lathes are capable of processing 550x1500mm parts. We specialize in machining stainless steel, alloy steel and other hard metals, as well as carbon steel, aluminium, and copper, with a dimensional accuracy of 0.01mm.
As of 2023, TORICH has perfectly cooperated with more than 50 countries, including Russia, India, Australia, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, Canada, Brazil, and Egypt. Quality and reputation are always our first concerns, with the aim of well serving every customer who trusts in us. TORICH looks forward to partnering with customers all over the world.
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