COPPER SHEET 1.2mm and 1.5mm thick

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Would appreciate knowing if copper sheet of the above thickness is too thin for typical locomotive boilers ?  

Thanks 

Richard.

Amended to say this is a general question, I have no use for the material and  I would just like to know if it something a forum member would be able to use as if not then I can put it on ebay.

[Roger]

I think you're going to have to be a lot more specific. What gauge of locomotive, where in the design and what design is it? You can get the Australian guide AMBSC code which shows acceptable dimensions if it's a new design.

Any boiler running in a public setting is going to need a boiler certificate, so joining a club and having it approved before during and tested afterwards is going to be necessary.

[Deleted]

Roger thanks reply.

It is just that I have this sheet advertised in sales section as of no use to me. Nobody seems to want it so I am thinking it may be too thin for locomotive boilers as members of the forum build.
Sorry if I sound vague, but I do not know about boilers.
Richard

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Hi Richard

Yes too thin for most gauges, it may be acceptable for something like G1 or even smaller (I bow to those who are familiar with this gauge) but not for 3 1/2" and above, I would think it's too small for 2 1/2" too. For example, my 5" Pacific states 10 SWG (3.2mm) for the barrels, 3mm for all sheet work and 4 mm for tube plates etc..

Cheers

Pete

NB: It is, however, a good thickness for normal sheet work ( non pressurised) such as a cab etc

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Hello Pete

Thanks for reply which is what I needed to know.

As it seems suitable for a cab roof then perhaps someone might be able to use it.

Richard

[92220]

Hi Richard.

I agree with Pete. Your best option is to put it on Ebay, as you said you would. It's a much larger market. It may still not sell quickly. I had a half sheet of 10 swg copper for sale on Ebay, but although it is the most popular size for boiler work, nobody on here was interested and it took 2 consecutive listings, on Ebay, to sell it. I didn't get what I hoped for either!

Bob.

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Thanks Bob

Ebay does not sound so good from what you say. I think for what it is worth then not worthwhile.

As Pete says, someone may like it for a cab roof.

Richard

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Hi Richard

Just one other point, most use steel or brass for loco sheet work as it's harder, what I mean is copper wouldn't be the first choice. I have used copper myself for smaller sections, such as cab doors etc. I'm sure you will find a buyer, it's just a matter of finding the right person who needs/prefers copper over other metals.

regards

Pete

[silverfox]

Weigh it in, at least you will get near market price,and go to a non ferrous dealer, not your usual ones used by our friendly mobile scamps

[Deleted]

Just phoned the nearest specialist as suggested.

Weight 1.4 kg

We pay £4.20 per kilo, so £6.

[mbrown]

Many 2.5" locos have boilers with the barrel and wrappers shown as 1/6" - that's a bit more than 1.5mm but not much - I would have thought it would be fine for many G1 locos.

Malcolm

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Thanks reply Malcolm and for clarifying, that is a great help.

So no good for the 3.5 and upwards engines but ok for small engines and I suppose small steam plant type mamod boilers.

If only worth £6 I will let it sit on the shelf as would rather it went to a forum member.

Richard