At what temperature does copper melt?

Pure copper melts at around 1,083°C (1,981°F). This is a relatively high temperature compared to other common metals such as aluminum (660°C) or zinc (419°C).
Therefore, precise temperature control during melting, casting, machining or heat treatment is extremely important, directly affecting the quality, durability and performance of copper products.

Why is it necessary to control temperature when processing copper?

If the temperature is not well controlled:

• Copper can be strongly oxidized , causing porosity or inclusions.
• The metal structure is uneven , affecting the ability to conduct electricity and heat.
• Leads to waste of energy and loss of raw materials in production.
• Difficulty in mixing alloys such as copper - tin, copper - nickel...

Therefore, understanding the melting properties of copper will help manufacturers proactively choose the most suitable process, equipment and treatment method.

Products that require precise temperature control when processing copper

1. Copper coil, copper sheet

• Application: Cutting, rolling, stamping.
• Temperature requirements: No need for full melting but need precise heat treatment to maintain flatness, hardness and formability.

2. Copper bar, copper tube

• Application: Electrical systems, water pipes, mechanical engineering industry.
• Temperature requirements: Continuous molding with stable temperature control to avoid porosity, cracking or deformation.

3. Copper bars, copper ingots

• Application: Raw material for alloy smelting.
• Temperature requirement: Reach exactly 1,083°C to completely dissolve and mix the alloy effectively.

4. Copper heat treatment

• Application: Annealing, tempering, enhancing product mechanical properties.
• Temperature requirements: Temperature is lower than melting point, but requires close control to change crystal structure and increase strength.

Oristar – A reliable partner in supplying and processing copper products

With over 20 years of experience in the field of non-ferrous metals, Oristar is proud to be a supplier of high quality copper with diverse product shapes: coils, plates, bars, tubes, ingots...

We own a system of modern processing machinery , industrial heat treatment furnaces and a team of experienced technicians, ensuring that each product is manufactured according to strict technical standards , suitable for the requirements of each industry.

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Contact Oristar today to receive a quote and advice on copper solutions suitable for your business's production needs!

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