AC Copper Coil Price in the UAE: Buying Guide
Copper pancake coils are the standard line-set material for split AC installation in the UAE, sold in 15 m (50 ft) soft-annealed coils in diameters from 1/4" to 3/4". Prices track the global copper price and vary with diameter, wall thickness and brand. This guide lists BOTANVE's current Maksal and Mueller prices and explains how to choose.
Copper coil prices at BOTANVE
| Product | Diameter | Length | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maksal Economical | 1/4" | 15.24 m (50 ft) | AED 157 |
| Maksal Economical | 5/16" | 15.24 m | AED 197 |
| Maksal Economical | 3/8" | 15.24 m | AED 241 |
| Maksal Economical | 1/2" | 15.24 m | AED 335 |
| Maksal Economical | 3/4" | 15.24 m | AED 523 |
| Mueller copper coils | See product page | Soft coil | From AED 193 |
How much copper do you need?
Measure the one-way pipe run from the indoor to the outdoor unit, add 1 metre for bends and connections, then add 5% as a waste allowance. Pancake coils from BOTANVE come in 15-metre (50 ft) lengths. For a typical UAE apartment installation with a 5–8 m pipe run, one coil of each required diameter is usually sufficient. For longer runs or multiple units on the same project, calculate each circuit separately.
For project orders — villa developments, apartment blocks, hotel fit-outs — send the total linear metres per diameter and the delivery Emirate via the BOQ upload. BOTANVE quotes per project and can stage delivery to match your installation programme.
Cutting and bending copper coil
Use a pipe cutter (not a hacksaw) to cut copper tube — a hacksaw leaves burrs and copper filings that can damage the compressor if they enter the refrigerant circuit. Deburr the cut end with a reamer before flaring or brazing. Bend copper using a spring bender or pipe bender sized for the tube diameter; bending by hand creates oval cross-sections that restrict flow. For tight bends, heat the copper slightly with a torch to reduce spring-back, then allow it to cool before handling.
Catalogue prices in AED including VAT on 2026-08-30; copper prices move with the LME market, so check the product page for the current figure.
What affects the price
- Copper market price. Coil prices follow the London Metal Exchange copper price with a lag of a few weeks.
- Diameter and wall thickness. Larger diameter and thicker wall = more copper per metre. 'Economical' ranges use a lighter wall suitable for typical residential R410A pressures; confirm wall thickness for high-pressure or long runs.
- Brand and standard. Maksal and Mueller tubes are manufactured to ACR standards (ASTM B280 bore cleanliness for Maksal, per the product page). Unbranded coil may not be.
How much to buy
Measure the one-way run, add 1 m for bends and a 5% allowance. A 1.5-ton split needs one 1/4" coil and one 1/2" coil for runs up to about 14 m. Use the copper pipe size helper, and see the size guide for connection sizes by tonnage.
Bulk pricing
Installers and contractors buying by the carton should request a bulk quotation. Copper is delivered next business day UAE-wide.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a 1/4 inch copper coil in the UAE?
AED 157 for a 15 m Maksal Economical coil at the time of writing.
Which size copper pipe for a 2 ton AC?
Typically 1/4" liquid and 5/8" suction; confirm against the unit nameplate.
Maksal or Mueller?
See Mueller vs Maksal — both are ACR-grade; choose on availability, price and wall thickness.
Is copper price fixed?
No — it changes with the global copper market; the product page always shows the current price.
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This guide is general information based on BOTANVE catalogue data and widely published HVAC-R practice. It is not a substitute for the equipment manufacturer's installation manual or the advice of a qualified engineer. Prices and availability change; the product page is authoritative.
