MediStreams mission is to provide ASTM B819 Copper Pipes and Tubes to global solutions in Medical Gas Copper Pipelines which are safe, pure and reliable in the medical setting. MediStreams Medical Copper Pipelines produce ASTM B819 Copper Pipes and Tubes to high accuracy and quality control to ensure their suitability to the rigorous requirements of the contemporary medical facilities. These pipes are developed with the safe transportation of the oxygen and other medical gases and therefore, they demonstrate our commitment to excellence, durability, and patient safety.
Types of ASTM B819 Copper Pipes and Tubes
ASTM B819 Copper Tubes come in Type K and Type L, which is produced using high grade of C12200 copper. The Type K has the heaviest wall which offers the best longevity, whereas Type L has the right combination of strength and elasticity which makes them perfect to install medical gases pipelines.
- Type K – Thicker wall, higher pressure rating
- Type L – Medium wall, standard for most medical gas applications
ASTM B819 Copper Pipes and Tubes – Type K
ASTM B819 Copper Tube is the heaviest-walled type and has better strength and durability of high-pressure medical gases. It is best used on main lines, and other important healthcare installations where the highest level of reliability is needed.
ASTM B819 Copper Pipes and Tubes – Type L
ASTM B819 Copper Tube in Type L has a moderate strength in the form of a medium wall thickness thereby giving good balance of strength and flexibility. It is applied in medical gas pipeline systems widely, and durability is also of importance as well as ease of installation.
ASMT B819 Copper Pipes & Tubes Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of ASTM B819 Copper Pipes and Tubes makes it highly pure copper (C12200) that is very resistant to corrosion and safe to use in medical gases.
| Element | % Composition |
|---|---|
| Copper (Cu + Ag) | ≥ 99.9% |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.040% |
ASTM B819 – Seamless Copper Tube for Medical Gas Systems – Specifications
The seamless copper tubes of ASTM B819 are produced with stringent guidelines to ensure the reliability in medical gas systems. These are specifications that guarantee uniformity in size, performance, and quality in all the applications of healthcare.
| Standard | ASTM B819 – Seamless Copper Tube for Medical Gas Systems |
|---|---|
| Application | Installation of nonflammable medical gases and high-purity gases |
| Types | Type K and Type L |
| Temper (Hardness) | Drawn (hard) – H58 temper only |
| Base Alloy | C12200 (Phosphorus-deoxidized copper) |
| Cleaning Requirement | Interior surface residue ≤ 0.0035 g/ft² |
Nominal dimensions and physical characteristics for copper tubes type K and L according ASTM B819 Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Tube for Medical Gas Systems:
Type K and Type L ASTM B819 copper tubes have their nominal dimension and physical properties that are standardized to ascertain accuracy and uniformity. These values give the engineers and installers sound guidelines on the design and installation of medical gas pipelines.
ASTM B819 Seamless Copper Tubes for Medical Gas Systems – Dimensions Type K
The ASTM B819 Type K seamless copper tubes have a specific dimensional requirement, which makes them applicable in high pressure in delivering medical gases. They have thicker walls that make them as safe and durable as possible in the most critical healthcare conditions.
| Nominal Size | Outside Diameter (in) | Inside Diameter (in) | Wall Thickness (in) | Internal Volume of Tube (ft3/ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 | 0.375 | 0.305 | 0.035 | 0.00051 |
| 3/8 | 0.500 | 0.402 | 0.049 | 0.00088 |
| 1/2 | 0.625 | 0.527 | 0.049 | 0.00151 |
| 5/8 | 0.750 | 0.652 | 0.049 | 0.00232 |
| 3/4 | 0.875 | 0.745 | 0.065 | 0.00303 |
| 1 | 1.125 | 0.995 | 0.065 | 0.00540 |
| 1 1/4 | 1.375 | 1.245 | 0.065 | 0.00845 |
| 1 1/2 | 1.625 | 1.481 | 0.072 | 0.0120 |
| 2 | 2.125 | 1.959 | 0.083 | 0.0209 |
| 2 1/2 | 2.625 | 2.435 | 0.095 | 0.0323 |
| 3 | 3.125 | 2.907 | 0.109 | 0.0461 |
| 4 | 4.125 | 3.857 | 0.134 | 0.0811 |
| 5 | 5.125 | 4.805 | 0.160 | 0.126 |
| 6 | 6.125 | 5.741 | 0.192 | 0.180 |
| 8 | 8.125 | 7.583 | 0.271 | 0.314 |
ASTM B819 Seamless Copper Tubes for Medical Gas Systems – Dimensions – Type L
The Type L seamless copper tubes produced by ASTM B819 have a medium wall thickness and with the right combination of strength and flexibility. They fit perfectly because of their sizes when it comes to installing general medical gases pipes in hospitals and clinics.
| Nominal Size | Outside Diameter (in) | Inside Diameter (in) | Wall Thickness (in) | Internal Volume of Tube (ft3/ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 | 0.375 | 0.315 | 0.030 | 0.00054 |
| 3/8 | 0.500 | 0.430 | 0.035 | 0.00101 |
| 1/2 | 0.625 | 0.545 | 0.040 | 0.00162 |
| 5/8 | 0.750 | 0.666 | 0.042 | 0.00242 |
| 3/4 | 0.875 | 0.785 | 0.045 | 0.00336 |
| 1 | 1.125 | 1.025 | 0.050 | 0.00573 |
| 1 1/4 | 1.375 | 1.265 | 0.055 | 0.00873 |
| 1 1/2 | 1.625 | 1.505 | 0.060 | 0.0124 |
| 2 | 2.125 | 1.985 | 0.070 | 0.0215 |
| 2 1/2 | 2.625 | 2.465 | 0.080 | 0.0331 |
| 3 | 3.125 | 2.945 | 0.090 | 0.0473 |
| 4 | 4.125 | 3.905 | 0.110 | 0.0832 |
| 5 | 5.125 | 4.875 | 0.125 | 0.130 |
| 6 | 6.125 | 5.854 | 0.140 | 0.186 |
| 8 | 8.125 | 7.725 | 0.200 | 0.325 |
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Download CatalogASTM B819 Copper Pipes & Tubes Uses
ASTM B819 Copper Pipes and Tubes are mainly channeled in medical industry to supply and distribute gases like oxygen, nitrous oxide, carbon dioxide, medical air, and vacuum systems in a safe and efficient way. They are required in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities to provide quality and contamination free medical gas supply.
Type K – ASTM B819 Copper Pipes & Tubes Uses
Type K copper tubes are heaviest-wall, and they are best used in critical medical gas systems when maximum strength and reliability is needed. It is used in the medical field to address such applications:
- High-pressure oxygen pipelines in hospitals and surgical centers.
- Nitrous oxide and other anesthetic gas distribution systems.
- Vacuum and suction lines for medical procedures.
- Medical air pipelines supplying operation theaters and ICU units.
- Main lines in medical gas pipeline systems (MGPS).
- Critical healthcare installations requiring durable and contamination-free tubing.
Type L – ASTM B819 Copper Pipes & Tubes Uses
Type L copper tubes are medium-thickness which offer a balance between strength and flexibility, and thus they can be used in extensive medical gas pipeline applications. It is used in the medical field to address such applications:
- Oxygen pipelines for wards, ICUs, and operation theaters.
- Nitrous oxide and anesthetic gas lines.
- Medical air supply lines in hospitals and clinics.
- Vacuum and suction systems for medical procedures.
- Secondary lines in medical gas pipeline systems (MGPS).
- Installations where ease of handling and installation is important without compromising safety.
ASTM B819 Copper Pipes and Tubes – Packaging Materials Used
MediStreams ASTM B819 Copper Pipes and Tubes are well packaged to ensure cleanliness, avoid damaging the item, and safe transportation. The tubes are capped, sealed, and packaged as per the international standards, thus prepared to be used locally and also to be exported to hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare centers worldwide.
- Polythene Sheet
- Corrugation Sheet
- Thermocol Sheet
- Wooden Sheet / Wooden Box
Our Quality Highlights
We are quality and safety conscious at MediStreams. Our ASTM B819 Copper Pipes and Tubes are produced to a strict standard to suit the very high standards of medical gas systems.
- High-Purity Copper (C12200) – Ensures non-toxic, safe, and contamination-free pipelines.
- Seamless Construction – Provides superior strength and durability.
- Degreased and Factory-Cleaned – Ready for direct medical gas applications.
- Compliance with International Standards – ASTM B819, NFPA 99, HTM 02-01.
- Corrosion-Resistant & Long-Lasting – Ideal for oxygen-rich environments.
- Precision Dimensions – Consistency for reliable installation and performance.