Material Characteristics:
Copper: Excellent mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, conductivity.
Plastic: Good chemical stability, impact resistance, protects against physical damage and chemical erosion.
Corrosion Resistance:
Copper: Strong anti-corrosion, but may corrode in environments with sulfates.
Plastic: Excellent resistance to chemicals, ensuring long-term stable usage.
Mechanical Strength:
Copper: High mechanical strength, good pressure and wear resistance.
Plastic: Modern engineering plastics meet needs of conventional and some special industrial applications.
Thermal Conductivity:
Copper: Excellent thermal conductivity, ideal for applications requiring efficient heat dissipation.
Plastic: Poor thermal conductivity, reduces heat loss and risk of burns in applications where heat dissipation is not required.
Weight and Ease of Installation:
Copper: Heavy, inconvenient for transportation and installation.
Plastic: Lightweight, simplifies installation process, reduces transportation costs.
Cost-effectiveness:
Copper: Higher cost, suitable for users with sufficient budget and pursuing high performance.
Plastic: Lower cost, simpler manufacturing process, more competitive price point.
Aesthetic Design:
Copper: High-end and stable appearance, used in professional places with high requirements for aesthetics.
Plastic: Visually flexible and diverse, allows for unique appearance styles customized according to different user preferences.
Consider actual working conditions, economic budget, and personal preferences when choosing between copper and plastic casing water meters.
