MediStreams Oxygen Medical Copper Pipelines Manufacture and offers Type L ASTM B819 Copper Pipes and Tubes which are specifically intended to be used in Medical Oxygen and Medical Gas Pipeline System (MGPS). These copper tubes & copper pipes are produced according to the ASTM B819 standard, which guarantees the smooth process of construction, high rates of strength, and internal purity. All the Type L ASTM B819 Copper Pipes and Copper Tubes are properly cleaned, degreased, and capped so that they can be used in hospital and healthcare gaseous supply systems where cleanliness and safety are of the utmost importance.

Type L ASTM B819 Copper Pipes and Tubes : Specification
- Standard: ASTM B819 – Seamless Copper Tube for Medical Gas Systems
- Material: Copper (Cu-DHP) – UNS C12200
- Type: L (Medium Wall Thickness)
- Temper: Hard Drawn (H58) / Annealed (O60)
- Manufacturing Type: Seamless, Straight Length or Coil
- Surface Finish: Degreased, Cleaned, and Capped
- Marking: ASTM B819, Type L, Size (e.g., ½”, ¾”, 1″, etc.)
- Certification: ASTM B819 & ASME B16.22 Compliant
- Applications: Medical Oxygen, Nitrous Oxide, Medical Air, Vacuum, Carbon Dioxide, AGSS.
ASTM B819 – Type L Copper Pipes and Tubes : Dimension and Sizes
Medistreams Oxygen Medical Copper Pipelines offer ASTM B819 Type L Copper Pipes in a wide variety of sizes and thicknesses that can be used in a medical gas and vacuum system. ASTM B819 – Type L Copper Pipes and Tubes are also internally washed and capped and colour-coded in order to be installed safely and without contamination.
ASTM B819 – Type L Copper Pipes and Tubes Dimension and Sizes | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
ASMT B819 – Type L Copper Pipes & Tubes Chemical Composition
ASMT B819 – Type L Copper Pipes & Tubes Chemical Composition | |
|---|---|
| Element | % Composition |
| Copper (Cu + Ag) | ≥ 99.9% |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.040% |
ASMT B819 – Type L Copper Pipes & Tubes Uses
- Medical Oxygen and Gas Pipeline Systems.
- Hospital Central Gas Supply Networks.
- Vacuum and AGSS (Anaesthetic Gas scavenging systems).
- Cleanroom and Laboratory Gas Lines.
- Nitrous Oxide and Air Medical Installations.
- Nursing and Pharmaceutical Systems.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What are the specific requirements for Type L ASTM B819 copper tubing ?
Type L ASTM B819 copper tubing must be manufactured with a medium wall thickness, thoroughly cleaned and degreased for oxygen service, and supplied with capped or sealed ends to prevent contamination. It must comply with ASTM B819 requirements for medical gas and vacuum systems, ensuring high cleanliness, corrosion resistance, and reliable performance in healthcare applications.
What companies supply Type L ASTM B819 copper pipes and tubes?
Several manufacturers and suppliers produce Type L ASTM B819 copper pipes and tubes for medical gas and vacuum systems. Well-known names include Mueller Industries, Wieland, KME, Cerro Flow Products, and MKM Mansfelder Kupfer und Messing. Regional manufacturers and authorized distributors also supply ASTM B819 Type L tubing for hospitals, laboratories, and medical gas pipeline installations.
