Copper rods are a part of the structure in which we get the copper formed or drawn for a specific use. The copper rods have many applications involving conductivity of electricity or heat. Copper rods are available in different forms such as copper curtain rods, copper forgings, copper railings, copper air conditioning fittings and handles.

The copper rods are available in different sizes and shapes. Some examples are round rods, tubes, hexagonal rods, rectangular rods and square rods.

Some important parameters you must consider before you select a copper rod are:

1. The qualities of various types of copper rods available
2. The end use of the copper rod
3. The operating conditions

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Buy copper rods from a reliable manufacturer

Once you understand your requirements, you can go to a specific manufacturer to buy the copper rod.

I recommend: National Bronze & Metals is a manufacturer of various types of copper rods that you can use to manufacture copper wire rods or other types of copper accessories for high temperature furnaces and welding applications. Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. is a manufacturer of continuous copper rod, copper alloy rod and bar products and copper welding rods in different shapes and sizes. You can also buy copper rods from Hussey Copper Ltd., a manufacturer of special small diameter copper rods.

Buy copper rods from distributors or retailers

You can buy a copper rod from a distributor or a retailer after comparing copper rods based on their features and prices at distributors or retailers' websites.

I recommend: Bralco Metals is a reputed supplier of copper ground rods, bars and wires. You can also buy copper ground rods from Boston Centerless, another supplier of precision ground bar materials . Another source from where you can buy copper rods and bars is Cambridge Lee Industries.

Customize your copper rods from custom manufacturers of copper rods

If standard copper rods available in the market do not meet your requirement, try buying the copper rods customized according to your given specifications.

I recommend: United States Brass & Copper is a custom manufacturer of many shapes and sizes of copper rods. Abco Metals Inc. is a supplier of non-standard and custom-made copper tubing, rods and bars. OnlineMetals is a good source for custom-made copper rods and also provides information on copper rods.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  You should take proper care while handling the copper rods during processing, as the mist or fumes may cause some irritation or throat problem.
• •  Measure the length and size of the copper rod accurately before buying.