Seawater service
Material Compatibility
Cupro-Nickel 90/10 for Seawater
Is Cupro-Nickel 90/10 the right valve material for Seawater? The engineering rating, the conditions that limit it, and the better alternatives.
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Is Cupro-Nickel 90/10 compatible with Seawater?
For Seawater valve service, Cupro-Nickel 90/10 is good — a good choice. Excellent for seawater up to 3 m/s velocity. Used in offshore fire water systems.
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Reviewed by Materials Engineering, Vajra Industrial SolutionsDiscipline: Valve Metallurgy & Materials SelectionLast reviewed: 20 June 2026
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