Products

45° Elbow – 709

Connections produced in bronze, used for hookups of materials, water intake lines, faucets and showers.

Blue Elbow – 506 EP

For terminal fittings on brown PVC cold water pipes in a 90º angle.

Blue Sleeve – 500 EP

For connections to faucets or threaded terminal fittings of PVC cold water pipes.

Blue Tee – 511

For line reductions at a 90º angle in cold water PVC pipe.

Bushing – 30

Connections produced in bronze, used for hookups of materials, water intake lines, faucets and showers.

Connecter RF – 803

Connections produced in bronze. They are used for hookups of HIDROLAR® pipes (by capillary welding), with accessories that have the same standard thread (NPT).

Connecter RM – 804

Connections produced in bronze. They are used for hookups of HIDROLAR® pipes (by capillary welding), with accessories that have the same standard thread (NPT).

Copper and Brass Bars and Profiles

Bars and profiles can be supplied with two different finishes: sharp edge (canto vivo – CV), sharp edge with curve (canto vivo com raio – CVR), special edge (canto especialI – CE)  and rounded edge (canto arredondado – CA).

Principal Applications

• COPPER: Computer buses, electrical contacts and keys; command and control panels.
• BRASS: Machined and turned parts; padlocks; gas bottle valves; automotive components; gears; hinges; bathroom fixtures; nuts and bolts.

Copper Pipecutter

• For rigid and flexible copper tubes
• Perfect clean, straight cuts
• Light, fast and practical
• Resistant

Coupling DW – 307-3

Connections produced in bronze, in accordance with Technical Standard NBR 15277; used with Eluma flexible seamless copper pipe, as per NBR 14745. Implemented in hot and cold water, gas and compressed air plumbing systems. The coupling is achieved through the pipe’s flange system, with a metal on metal seal (see installation process). It is not necessary to use any kind of sealant product or solder. After installation apply the tightness test, in accordance with the respective standard.

Coupling RF – 303

Connections produced in bronze, in accordance with Technical Standard NBR 15277; used with Eluma flexible seamless copper pipe, as per NBR 14745. Implemented in hot and cold water, gas and compressed air plumbing systems. The coupling is achieved through the pipe’s flange system, with a metal on metal seal (see installation process). It is not necessary to use any kind of sealant product or solder. After installation apply the tightness test, in accordance with the respective standard.

Cross – 610 Without Ring

Can be welded for cross connections. Install with lead-free solder (97% Sn x 3% Cu) and water soluble flux.
SOCKET X SOCKET 

Cross – 710

Connections produced in bronze, used for hookups of materials, water intake lines, faucets and showers.

Double Nipple – 602

Connections produced in bronze, used for hookups of materials, water intake lines, faucets and showers.

Elbow – 307

Connections produced in bronze, according to NBR 15277 Technical Standards; used with ELUMA Flexible copper tubes COPPER, according to NBR 14745 and 7541 standards. They are applied to hot and cold water hydraulic installation, gas and air conditioning installations. The coupling is performed by the tube’s flanged system with sealing by metal x metal torque (se installation process). The application of any type of sealing product or weld is not necessary.
After the installation, the tightness test is applied, according to the corresponding standard.

Elbow – 706

Connections produced in bronze, used for hookups of materials, water intake lines, faucets and showers.

Elbow 90 – 708

Connections produced in bronze, used for hookups of materials, water intake lines, faucets and showers.

Elbow RF – 807-3

Connections produced in bronze. They are used for hookups of HIDROLAR® pipes (by capillary welding), with accessories that have the same standard thread (NPT).

Elbow RM – 807-4

Connections produced in bronze, They are used for hookups of HIDROLAR® pipes (by capillary welding), with accessories that have the same standard thread (NPT).

Expansion Joint – 900

A fitting composed of two copper tips, a copper guide tube and a stainless steel bellows whose function is to absorb possible dilations of hot water pipes.
TIP X TIP

Granulated Slag

It is called fayalite, of a black shiny color and irregular shape.

APPLICATIONS

Granulated slag is used for abrasive spraying on metal surfaces, as fine aggregate for the cement industry, and in the production of high-resistance flooring.

CHARACTERISTICS

Granulated slag is an iron silicate called fayalite, of a black shiny color, inert, vitreous, hard, stable, non-water absorbent and of irregular shape.

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Material: An abrasive synthetic mineral, basically comprised of iron silicate.  It is inert, vitreous, hard, stable, non- water absorbent.

Chemical Composition:

Note: Release of this product is not contingent upon this characteristic, since it is simply a typical value.

DIMENSIONS (GRANULOMETRY)

VISUAL APPEARANCE
Particles with compact and/or porous structure, with a (predominantly) spherical and angular shape, and black in color.

SPECIFIC PROPERTIES
Maximum Humidity: 0.2%
Specific Density: 3.30 a 3.90 g/cm3
Apparent Density: 1.9 a 2.3 g/cm3

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Restrictions on the use of hazardous substances  – ROHS DIRECTIVE 2002/95/EC:
Lead (Pb) < 100ppm
Cadmium (Cd) < 5ppm
Mercury (Hg) < 100ppm
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+) < 100ppm

IDENTIFICATION
Not applicable.

CONTAINERS
It is contained for transportation in canvas-covered trucks and train cars.

SAFETY ASPECTS
Bulk product. Specific PPE should be used, depending on the application.

APPLICABLE TECHNICAL STANDARDS
Not applicable

Nipple 300

Connections produced in bronze, in accordance with Technical Standard NBR 15277; used with Eluma flexible seamless copper pipe, as per NBR 14745. Implemented in hot and cold water, gas and compressed air plumbing systems. The coupling is achieved through the pipe’s flange system, with a metal on metal seal (see installation process). It is not necessary to use any kind of sealant product or solder. After installation apply the tightness test, in accordance with the respective standard.

Nut 301

Connections produced in bronze, in accordance with Technical Standard NBR 15277; used with Eluma flexible seamless copper pipe, as per NBR 14745. Implemented in hot and cold water, gas and compressed air plumbing systems. The coupling is achieved through the pipe’s flange system, with a metal on metal seal (see installation process). It is not necessary to use any kind of sealant product or solder. After installation apply the tightness test, in accordance with the respective standard.

Oleum

APPLICATIONS
Used in the production of liquid SO3 and in chemical industries. Oleum is basically applied in the sulfonation of weak acids due to its high free sulfuric anhydride content and reduced generation of acid residues and sludges. It is also used frequently in refining for the extraction of minerals and precious metals, such as gold, silver and palladium.

CHARACTERISTICS

Fuming, colorless or slightly viscous liquid. Toxic and corrosive product.

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Oleum to 104%
Material: Fuming, colorless liquid.

SPECIFIC PROPERTIES: DENSITY
1.88 to 1.90 g/cm3
Note: Release of this product is not contingent upon this characteristic, it is simply a typical value.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Restrictions on the use of hazardous substances – ROHS DIRECTIVE 2002/95/EC:
Lead (Pb) < 100 ppm
Cadmium (Cd) < 5 ppm
Mercury (Hg) < 100 ppm
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+) < 100 ppm

IDENTIFICATION
Trucks carrying this product have a sign indicating corrosive materials, and the number UN 1831.

CONTAINERS
Oleum is contained for transportation in a tanker truck, oil pipeline, or stored in tanks of carbon steel.

SAFETY ASPECTS
Bulk corrosive product.  It is provided with an emergency sheet containing special precautions and recommended safety equipment.

APPLICABLE TECHNICAL STANDARDS
Not applicable

Pipe Support – 203

To anchor copper pipes on walls, slabs, beams or pillars. For three lines of pipe.

Pipe Support – 205

To anchor copper pipes on walls, slabs, beams or pillars. For five lines of pipe.

Pipe Support 202

To anchor copper pipes on walls, slabs, beams or pillars. For two lines of pipe.

Plug – 717

Connections produced in bronze, used for hookups of materials, water intake lines, faucets and showers.

Reducing Nipple 300-R

Connections produced in bronze, in accordance with Technical Standard NBR 15277; used with Eluma flexible seamless copper pipe, as per NBR 14745. Implemented in hot and cold water, gas and compressed air plumbing systems. The coupling is achieved through the pipe’s flange system, with a metal on metal seal (see installation process). It is not necessary to use any kind of sealant product or solder. After installation apply the tightness test, in accordance with the respective standard.

Sleeve – 700

Connections produced in bronze, used for hookups of materials, water intake lines, faucets and showers.

Sulfuric Acid

Colorless liquid or slightly viscous

APPLICATIONS

Used for the production of fertilizers, industrial chemicals, textiles, metallurgy, paper and pulp, for the manufacture of explosives, alcohols, detergents, pigments, for decantation of oil, and for battery acid, among other things.

CHARACTERISTICS

Colorless liquid or slightly viscous. Highly toxic and corrosive product.

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Material : Sulfuric Acid to 98%
Chemical Composition: Density: 1.83 to 1.84 g/cm3.

Note: Release of this product is not contingent upon this characteristic.  It is simply a typical value.  

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Restrictions on the use of hazardous substances  – ROHS DIRECTIVE 2002/95/EC:
Lead (Pb) < 100 ppm
Cadmium (Cd) < 5 ppm
Mercury (Hg) < 100 ppm
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+) < 100 ppm

IDENTIFICATION
Trucks carrying this product have a sign indicating corrosive materials, and the number UN 1830.

CONTAINERS
Sulfuric acid is contained for transportation in a tanker truck, acid piping, or stored in tanks of carbon steel.

SAFETY ASPECTS
Bulk corrosive product.  It is provided with an emergency sheet containing special precautions and recommended safety equipment.

APPLICABLE TECHNICAL STANDARDS
Not applicable

Tee – 311

Connections produced in bronze, in accordance with Technical Standard NBR 15277; used with Eluma flexible seamless copper pipe, as per NBR 14745. Implemented in hot and cold water, gas and compressed air plumbing systems. The coupling is achieved through the pipe’s flange system, with a metal on metal seal (see installation process). It is not necessary to use any kind of sealant product or solder. After installation apply the tightness test, in accordance with the respective standard.

Tee – 45° 749

For weldable union of copper pipes at a 45º angle. Install with lead-free solder (97% Sn x 3% Cu) and water soluble flux.

Tee – 711

Connections produced in bronze, used for hookups of materials, water intake lines, faucets and showers.

Tee – Middle Female Thread – 812

Connections produced in bronze. They are used for hookups of HIDROLAR® pipes (by capillary welding), with accessories that have the same standard thread (NPT).

Union – 744

Connections produced in bronze, used for hookups of materials, water intake lines, faucets and showers.

Union – 833-3

Connections produced in bronze. They are used for hookups of HIDROLAR® pipes (by capillary welding), with accessories that have the same standard thread (NPT).

Copper and Brass Wires

Wires are materials manufactured by extrusion and drawing, provided in round, square and rectangular shapes in various dimensions within a broad manufacturing specification. Round wires are provided with diameters from 0.60mm to 20.00mm, while square and rectangular wires may vary from 10mm² to 400mm² in surface area.

Currently, Paranapanema produces various kinds of copper and brass alloys for diverse market segments, serving a vast number of applications.

Round copper wires are used for the manufacture of rivets, for redrawing wire for the manufacture of wire rope for electricity, for the manufacture of electrical contacts and welded cans for various segments. Rectangular copper wires are used for the manufacture of bimetal components, electrical transformers and power generators. Brass wires are used for the manufacture of costume jewelry, screws, springs and pneumatic valves.

In addition to the company’s manufacturing specification, which includes the alloys above, Paranapanema is always open to new opportunities, new alloys and applications that require substantial technological input.

Rolled products

Rolled products are comprised of strips and sheet, straight and/or in rolls, of varied dimensions within an ample production limit. Currently, Paranapanema produces copper, brass, bronze alloys and various other derivations for different market segments, thus supplying a very wide range of applications.

Rolled copper is used in the production of fins for radiators,waveguides, stamping of electrical terminals, stamping of washers, chutes for construction sites, electronic components, heat exchangers, solar collectors, alcohol stills, decorative objects and household items.

Rolled brass and tomback is used to make cartridge cups, buttons, electrical applications, lamp sockets, machined and stamped keys, radiator assemblies, sanitary metal canopies, musical instruments, costume jewelry, belt buckles, buttons and eyelets, adornments and decorative objects.

Rolled bronze products are used for making electrical terminals, also characterized by the spring effect, and for manufacturing musical instruments.

Beyond manufacturing limits, comprising the alloys listed below, Paranapanema is open to new opportunities, new alloys and applications that require substantial technological support.

Description

Products with a flat, rectangular surface and uniform thickness throughout their length, obtained by a hot and cold rolling process, may be supplied in rolls, spindles, sheets and straight strips. They meet the requirements of specific standards, according to the material to be produced, and can be ASTM B-36 for tomback and brass ASTM B-103 for bronze and ASTM B-152 for copper.

Manufacturing Limits

• STRIPS AND SHEETS IN A BRASS ROLL

• STRIPS AND SHEETS IN A BRONZE ROLL

• STRAIGHT STRIPS AND SHEETS IN COPPER, BRASS AND BRONZE

• STRIPS OF COPPER, BRASS AND BRONZE ON A SPINDLE

Anode Sludge

Sludge resulting from the process of electrolytic refining of copper.

APPLICATIONS

Used for the extraction of precious metals (Au, Ag, Pt and Pd) and other metals (Se, Te).

CHARACTERiSTICS

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Material: Solids containing precious metals
Chemical Composition:

HUMIDITY
8 to 15 %.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
estrictions on the use of hazardous substances  – ROHS DIRECTIVE 2002/95/EC:
Lead (Pb) < 100ppm
Cadmium (Cd) < 5ppm
Mercury (Hg) < 100ppm
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+) < 100ppm

IDENTIFICATION
The product is identified by lot number (sequence number, followed by year of production) and the initials CM written on the container.

CONTAINERS

Sealed steel barrels from 240 to 280 Kg, (wet weight). The product is placed in plastic bags used to line the inside of the barrel.

SAFETY ASPECTS
Bulk product.   Gloves, goggles and dust masks should be worn.  Avoid contact with skin and eyes during handling. In cases of spills outside the area of operations, seek guidance from the appropriate company department to undertake remediation.

APPLICABLE TECHNICAL STANDARDS
Not applicable

Drilled Square Bar

The brass rods are manufactured by extrusion and wiredrawing, and are most commonly used in manufacturing processes of nuts, musical instruments and parts that are combined with other materials such as PVC, for example.

In addition to our manufacturing limit, which comprises the below alloys, Paranapanema is always open to new opportunities, new alloys and applications that require major technological input.

Wire Rod

Electrolytic hot-rolled and annealed Wire Rod.

APPLICATIONS
It is used in the manufacture of metallic electrical conductors. It is applied on a large scale in the production of wire cables for transmission of electric and thermal energy, electric-electronics, busbars, electrical contacts, telephony, telecommunications, power transmission, automotive, construction and also in the computer industry.

CHARACTERISTICS

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION

Material: 99.99 % electrolytic copper
Chemical Composition: Total concentration of all impurities ≤ 65ppm (typical value ≤ 25ppm). Copper obtained by the difference between 100% and total impurities.

Specified value per ASTM B 49-98 standard

DIMENSIONAL ASPECT
Diameter = 8.0 ± 0.4 mm.
Diameter = 12.5 ± 0.4 mm.
Maximum ovalization = ± 0.7 mm.

SUPERFICIAL SURFACE ASPECT

The surface of the Wire Rod is pickled with sulfuric acid, which ensures lower oxidized surface thickness (<250 Å). It may have protection against oxidation, and is free of serious defects, so as not to create difficulties during the client drawing process.

SPECIFIC PROPERTIES

Wire Rod 8 mm:
Electric Conductivity > 101.0 % IACS
Traction Resistance = 24.5 Kg / mm²
Elongation Percentage > 35.0 %
Spiral Elongation = 350 mm
Reverse Torsion = 10×10 twists
Torsion until Rupture > 50 twists

Wire Rod 12.5mm:
Electric Conductivity > 101.0 % IACS
Elongation Percentage > 30.0 %
Reverse Torsion = 8×8 twists
Torsion until Rupture 12.5mm > 35 twists)

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Restriction to use of dangerous substances – ROHS DIRECTIVE 2002/95/EC:
Lead (Pb) < 100ppm
Cadmium (Cd) < 5ppm
Mercury (Hg) < 100ppm
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+) < 100ppm

IDENTIFICATION

Wire Rod coils are identified by labels containing the following data:

• Name of manufacturer
• Product’s commercial name
• Wire Rod nominal diameter
• Date manufactured
• Number of the coil
• Coil net weight in KG

The extremities of the Wire Rod coils are identified with the Caraíba brand logo.

PACKAGING

The tubes are placed in coils atop pallets, firmly tied with four metal belts, mounted on pallets, securely tied with four metal straps and covered in polyethylene bags, in the following sizes:

Wire Rod 8.0mm:
External Diameter = 1.800 mm
Internal Diameter = 800 mm
Useful Height = 800 mm
Weight:

Type 1 = 4,000 – 5,000 Kg (predominant)
Type 2 = 3,001 – 3,999 Kg (special order)
Type 3 = 2,500 – 3,000 Kg (special order)

Wire Rod 12.5mm:
External Diameter = 1,800 mm
Internal Diameter = 800 mm
Useful Height = 800 mm
Weight:

Type 1 = 3500 – 4500 Kg (predominant)
Type 2 = 2500 – 3.499 Kg (special order)

SAFETY ASPECT

Product should be handled wearing leather gloves.

Applicable technical standards
Wire Rod meets the following technical standards:

• ASTM B 49-982
• ASTM B 115-00
• BS EN 1976-98
• BS EN 1977-98
• NBR 14733-01

Seamless Copper Pipe

Copper pipe is manufactured by extrusion and can be supplied in straight rolls, spindles and pancake formats, among others, with varying size within a broad manufacturing limit.

Currently, Paranapanema produces pipe in copper alloys for various market segments, thus meeting a vast range of applications.

Copper tubing is used to make heat exchangers, for refrigeration boxes, cold rooms, solar heaters, sugar mills and automotive radiators. Beyond the manufacturing limit, comprising the aforementioned uses, Paranapanema is always open to new opportunities, new alloys and applications that require major technological support.

Description

The pipes are obtained by two distinct processes: extrusion followed by a cold drawing process and Cast & Roll, where the casting of the tube, its cold rolling and drawing occurs. Both processes give the product a continuous cross section, seamless and uniform wall thickness properties. The internal and/or external surfaces may be smooth, finned or finned throughout its length. Copper pipe can be supplied in straight lengths, pancakes, coils or spindles. The products are designed to meet the standards most commonly used for industrial applications such as: ASTM B-68, ASTM B-75, ASTM B-280 and ASTM B-743.

Main Applications and Types

Domestic, industrial and automotive air conditioners; condensers; evaporators; compressors; electrical connectors; cooling components, electrical and decorative products; plumbing, gas and fire utilities.

Seamless copper pipe can be subdivided according to its inner and/or external surface and basically the applications are:

Smooth

Tubes for refrigeration/air conditioning: supplied as LWC (Level Wound Coil), usually annealed and tempered, to produce condensers, evaporators and components used in refrigeration systems.

Manufacturing limits

Pancakes: used in the installment of refrigeration and air-conditioning systems.

Manufacturing limits

Pipes for general applications: copper tubes supplied in various tempers and generally straight with varying lengths, used in the most diverse industrial branches.

Manufacturing limits

Grooved

• Externally Finned Pipe (LowFin/MediumFin)
• Externally Finned Pipe and Internal Grooves (LowFin tube)
• Inner Grooved (InnerGrooved)

Inner Grooved (InnerGrooved)

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Drawn bare wire

Electrolytic copper soft drawn bare wire of circular section.

APPLICATIONS

Its chief use is in the manufacture of electrical conductors. It is also frequently used in the production of electronic devices, motors, generators, transformers, with a presence in the automotive industry, civil construction and in the telephony and computer sectors.

CHARACTERISTICS

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION

Material: Electrolytic copper 99.99 %.
Chemical Composition: Total concentration of all impurities ≤ 65ppm (typical value ≤ 25ppm). Copper obtained by the difference between 100% and total impurities.

The value specified is in accordance with standard ASTM B 3-90

THERMAL TREATMENT
Continuous annealing after the drawing process.

DIMENSIONAL ASPECT
Standardized diameters available:

• 1,45 mm
• 1,83 mm
• 2,05 mm
• 2,59 mm
• Other gauges, subject to order

Tolerance = ± 1.0 %

SURFACE APPEARANCE
The surface of the wires should not present serious imperfections that compromise product performance for the client.

SPECIFIC PROPERTIES
Electric Conductivity: 101% IACS (minimum)
Stretching % after rupture 25.0 % (minimum)

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Restrictions on the use of hazardous substances – ROHS DIRECTIVE 2002/95/EC:

• Lead (Pb) < 100ppm
• Cadmium (Cd) < 5ppm
• Mercury (Hg) < 100ppm
• Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+) < 100ppm

IDENTIFICATION
Products are identified by labels containing the following data:

• Data of manufacturer (company name, CNPJ, I.E…)
• Brazilian Industry
• Commercial Name
• Nominal diameter (mm)
• Date of Manufacture
• Serial number
• Net weight (Kg)

CONTAINERS

Products are packaged in cardboard boxes mounted on wooden pallets, attached with four bands having the following dimensions:

• Outer Diameter = 1.000 mm
• Inner Diameter = 560 mm
• Effective Height = 1.050 +/- 100 mm
• Weight of Wire ø 1.83. 2.05 e 2.59 mm = 1,500 – 2,000 Kg
• Weight of Wire ø 1.45mm = 1.000 – 1,500 Kg

SAFETY ASPECT
Handle the product with leather gloves, and wear goggles when unwinding wire from spool.

APPLICABLE TECHNICAL STANDARDS
The product meets the following technical standards:

• ASTM B 3-90
• NBR 5111-97
• NBR 5471-86
• NBR 14733-01

Weldable to copper pipe at concrete water tank intake. Total length 240mm. Install with lead-free solder (97% Sn x 3% Cu) and water soluble flux.

SOCKET X SOCKET

Cathode

Rectangular plates of electrolytic copper with a high degree of purity.

CHARACTERISTICS

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION 

Material: Electrolytic copper  99.99 %.

Chemical Composition: Total concentration of all impurities ≤ 65ppm (typical value ≤ 25ppm). Copper obtained by the difference between 100% and total impurities.

ELEMENT	SPECIFIED	TYPICAL
Se	< 1.0 ppm	< 1.0 ppm
Te	< 1.0 ppm	< 0.5 ppm
Bi	< 0.5 ppm	0.20 ppm
Sb	< 1.0 ppm	< 1.0 ppm
As	< 3.0 ppm	1.2 ppm
Pb	< 1.0 ppm	0.3 ppm
Fe	< 5.0 ppm	2.8 ppm
S	< 10.0 ppm	4.5 ppm
Ni	< 5.0 ppm	< 1.0 ppm
Sn	< 1.0 ppm	< 0.5 ppm
Ag	< 12.0 ppm	8.0 ppm
Zn	not specifed	< 1.0 ppm
Co	not specifed	< 0.5 ppm
Cr	not specifed	< 0.5 ppm
Mn	not specifed	< 0.5 ppm
O2	100-600 ppm	200 ppm

The value specified is in accordance with standard ASTM B 115-00

DIMENSIONAL ASPECT

Length= 990 ± 10 mm
Width= 970 ± 10 mm
Thickness= 5 a 25 mm

Note: these data are merely illustrative, and release of the product is not contingent upon them.

SURFACE APPEARANCE

The surface of the cathode should be reasonably free of nodules and foreign matter, such as copper sulfate, grease, oil and sludge residue.

SPECIFIC PROPERTIES 

Electric conductivity: 100% IACS (minimum)
Spiral length = 350 mm (minimum)

IDENTIFICATION

Cathode packages are identified by four fastening seals with the initials CbM. On the upper plate there is a label, and/or the following data are written:

• Lot/group number
• Package number
• Package plate number
• Net weight of package in kilos

The layouts and identification of CbM cathode packages have part of the plates with flaps in opposing positions, and flaps in matching positions.

CONTAINERS

Each package of cathode weighs from 2,300 to 3,000 kilos, and is bound by two metal ribbons.

SAFETY ASPECT 

The product is characterized as general freight.  It should be handled with leather gloves, with the observance of standards for the movement of heavy-weight freights.

APPLICABLE TECHNICAL STANDARDS 

The product meets the following technical standards:

• ASTM B 115-00
• BS EM 1978:1998
• NBR 5026-2001

Hidrolar® Tubes

The COPPER HIDROLAR® tube is hard, seamless, manufactured by the extrusion process and, afterwards, calibrated in the commercial diameters by wire drawing. They are produced according to ABNT-NBR 13206 standard. Their chemical composition requires a minimum of 99.9% of COPPER.

They present the following characteristics: good chemical resistance; good resistance to corrosion; easy handling; little trend to inlaying; good mechanic resistance; long life cycle and recyclable. They are coupled with COPPER or bronze connections by capillary welding. According to the application and identification in low relief and engraving, the ink in its surface, the COPPER HIDROLAR® tubes are specified in 3 classes.

1. CLASS E – Identified by green color plastic lids. They are recommended for installations of cold and hot water, gas, installations of fire fighting by hydrant and sprinklers.
2. CLASS A – Identified by yellow color plastic lids. They are recommended for all applications of class E tubes, as well as for installations of fuel and medicine gases.
3. CLASS I – Identified by blue color plastic lids. They are recommended for all application of class A, as well as for industrial installations of high pressure and steam

They present the following characteristics:

• good chemical resistance;
• good resistance to corrosion;
• easy handling;
• little trend to inlaying;
• good mechanic resistance;
• long life cycle
• recyclable

Coupling RM – 304

Connections produced in bronze, in accordance with Technical Standard NBR 15277; used with Eluma flexible seamless copper pipe, as per NBR 14745. Implemented in hot and cold water, gas and compressed air plumbing systems. The coupling is achieved through the pipe’s flange system, with a metal on metal seal (see installation process). It is not necessary to use any kind of sealant product or solder. After installation apply the tightness test, in accordance with the respective standard.