Copper Alloys, Copper-Nickel (Cupro-Nickel)DEFSTAN 02-878 Pipe & Tube

Specifies the selection of tubes and pipes for the transport of liquids and gases within HM Submarines and Surface Ships not in Class.

Supersedes DEFSTAN 02-749(PT3)/1(2000), DEFSTAN 02-779(PT3)/1(2000), DEFSTAN 02-780(PT3)/1(2000) and DEFSTAN 02-837/2(2005). (08/2011) This standard is obsolescent because it is no longer required for procurement of new equipment but is retained for maintenance purposes in support of existing in-service equipment. (08/2016)

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Properties

Chemical Composition

Chemical Element	% Present
Iron (Fe)	0.60 - 1.00
Manganese (Mn)	0.50 - 1.50
Nickel (Ni)	30.00 - 32.00
Copper (Cu)	Balance

Mechanical Properties

Mechanical Property	Value
Elongation (Min)	35%
Proof Stress (Min)	140 MPa
Tensile Strength (Min)	400 MPa

Mechanical Property	Value
Elongation (Min)	16%
Proof Stress (Min)	400 MPa
Tensile Strength (Min)	480 MPa

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This Data is indicative only and as such is not to be relied upon in place of the full specification. In particular, mechanical property requirements vary widely with temper, product and product dimensions. All information is based on our present knowledge and is given in good faith. No liability will be accepted by the Company in respect of any action taken by any third party in reliance thereon. Please note that the 'Datasheet Update' date shown above is no guarantee of accuracy or whether the datasheet is up to date.

The information provided in this datasheet has been drawn from various recognised sources, including EN Standards, recognised industry references (printed S online) and manufacturers' data. No guarantee is given that the information is from the latest issue of those sources or about the accuracy of those sources. Material supplied by the Company may vary significantly from this data but will conform to all relevant and applicable standards. As the products detailed may be used for a wide variety of purposes and as the Company has no control over their use; the Company specifically excludes all conditions or warranties expressed or implied by statute or otherwise as to dimensions, properties and/or fitness for any particular purpose, whether expressed or implied. Advice given by the Company to any third party is given for that party's assistance only and without liability on the part of the Company. All transactions are subject to the Company's current Conditions of Sale. The extent of the Company's liabilities to any customer is clearly set out in those Conditions; a copy of which is available on request.

Copper Alloys, Copper-Nickel (Cupro-Nickel)DEFSTAN 02-878 Pipe & Tube

Specifies the selection of tubes and pipes for the transport of liquids and gases within HM Submarines and Surface Ships not in Class.

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Properties

DEFSTAN 02-878

Classes 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 9

Classes 5 & 8

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