Copper is one of the earliest found mineral by human. In modern civilization copper plays an important role in daily life. For instance copper is used for
Conducting electricity and heat;
Communication system
Transporting gas and water
Still after 10,000 years copper is a high technology material. Copper is an excellent conductor of the electricity and hence is used to produce either insulated or uninsulated power cables for low, medium or high voltage applications. Due to its strength, resistance it is a safest and preferred conductor for wiring of both commercial and residential building. Recently copper increased its importance due to ADSL, which provide high speed internet through the ordinary copper telephone line. Copper wires are also used for wiring personal computer and networking products. Current market size for copper wires and cables is as following
Estimated Global Market Size
(Hundred Thousand tones)
Building Wire 1400
Telecom Wire 800......
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