Copper Pipe 76mm

Copper Pipe 76mm is the biggest copper cut at the counter, and it’s strictly large bore territory: boiler house headers, main distribution in commercial buildings and heavy plant connections. You can have it in 1m, 2m, 3m or 6m lengths.

Expect it on boiler house headers, main distribution runs and plant connections in large buildings. Tube this size is stiff and heavy, so it is not bent on site. Treat every change of direction as a fitting.

Copper pipe 76mm lengths

• 1m
• 2m
• 3m
• 6m

All lengths are Delivered Free in Glasgow or counter collection, and the 6m will need a long roof rack or a flatbed.

Most 76mm work these days is done with large bore Press Fit fittings, which saves a hot works permit and a lot of time. Brazed or End Feed joints are still used, but you’ll need serious heat and a second pair of hands. Make sure the press tool and jaws you have are rated for this size before you buy fittings. Cut square with a large tube cutter or a fine-toothed saw and a guide, then file, deburr and clean back to bright copper. Support it on proper heavy duty brackets close together, because a full 76mm run weighs a fair bit.

Ask at the counter about matching reducers, flanged adaptors and valves. The rest of our copper pipe range covers smaller sizes.

Need 76mm copper tube in Glasgow?

The trade counter at Plumb Parts, 555 South Street, Glasgow G14 0QX is open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm and Sat-Sun 8am-1pm. You can also order online.

Specification

• Material: Copper
• Sizes: 76mm, in 1m, 2m, 3m or 6m lengths
• Suitable for: Boiler house headers and main commercial distribution

Common Questions

Can you bend 76mm copper pipe? No, at this size it’s only made in hard temper, so it won’t take a bend. Plan a fitting for every change of direction.

How is 76mm copper pipe measured? By the outside diameter, which on this size is actually 76.1mm. Check your fittings and press jaws are made for 76.1mm before you order.

How do I cut 76mm copper? A large tube cutter gives the squarest end. Deburr it afterwards and clean it back to bright copper before jointing.

Can 76mm copper pipe be used for gas? Yes, it’s suitable for gas as well as water and heating. Any gas pipework must be installed by a Gas Safe registered engineer.

Can I braze or solder joints at this size? You can, but pipe this big pulls heat away quickly, so you’ll need a serious torch, time and ideally a second pair of hands. Many installers go with large bore press fittings and avoid the hot works permit.

What wall thickness is 76mm copper? Standard UK tube at this size has a 1.5mm wall, thicker than the smaller large bore sizes, so it’s stiff and heavy. Use heavy duty brackets at close centres.

What lengths does it come in? We cut it in 3m and 6m lengths, both collected from our South Street counter. Bear in mind a 6m length needs a long roof rack or a flatbed.