Our Copper
Copper plays a vital role in shaping our lives. People have been using copper since 9000 BC. One of the reasons copper is so important is that it can be made into alloys. That means it can be combined with other metals to make new alloys, like brass and bronze. These are harder, stronger and more corrosion resistant than pure copper.
Nowadays it is prized for different qualities. It is an excellent conductor of electricity and heat; it is
strong, ductile and easily joined by soldering or brazing; and it is hygienic, easy to alloy and resists
corrosion.
You can find copper all over the place. In your home it is hidden away in everyday objects,
including phones, water pipes, locks and electrical wiring.
Properties of Copper
- Electrical Conductivity
- Thermal Conductivity
- Naturally antimicrobial
- Non-magnetic
- Corrosion resistant
- 100% recyclable
- Ductility
- Malleability
- Easy to alloy
- Easily to join
- Attractive in colour
- ...more
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Copper is the metal of choice for homes and industries.
It is the core of innovations that enhance the qualityof life for consumerswhile contributing to the sustainable growth of industries.