1.1 This specification covers welded tube of copper and various copper alloys up to 3¹/₈in., inclusive, in diameter, for use in surface condensers, evaporators, heat exchangers, and general engineering applications. The following coppers or copper alloys are involved:

^A Copper UNS Nos. C10800 and C12200 are classified in Classification B 224.

1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. (Warning-Mercury is a definite health hazard in use and disposal. (See 12.1.1.))