C102 Copper Composition
Copper C102 is a copper alloy containing 99.95% copper and .05% oxygen. This alloy is known for its excellent electrical conductivity and solderability. It also has good strength and ductility properties, making it ideal for various applications.
(Weight %)
| Cu* | Pb | Zn | Fe | P | Ag | As | O2 | Sb | Te | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 99.95 | |||||||||
| Max | 0.0010 |
UNS C10200 Copper Mechanical Properties
Copper C10200 has a high ductility and strength-to-weight ratio, making it suitable for various applications. Its tensile strength is greater than 20 ksi, while its yield strength ranges from 10-15 ksi. It also has an elongation rate greater than 40%. The hardness rating for this alloy is 55-65 Rockwell B (RB).
C102 Copper Physical Properties
The density of copper Alloy C102 is 8.9 g/cm3, with a melting point between 1083°C – 1150°C (1981°F – 2102°F). This alloy has excellent thermal and electrical conductivity due to its high copper content. It also has good corrosion resistance properties, making it ideal for various applications.
C102 Corrosion Resistance
Copper C102 has excellent corrosion resistance properties, making it ideal for indoor and outdoor use where exposure to moisture or other corrosive elements may occur. It can resist most common acids except hydrochloric or nitric acid at concentrations over 5%.
C102 Heat Resistance
Copper C102 can maintain good mechanical performance up to 500°C (932°F), making it suitable for some high-temperature applications such as furnace components or heating elements where other alloys may not be able to withstand the heat without becoming brittle or losing their strength properties over time.
C102 Heat Treatment
C102 Copper Material does not require any additional heat treatment after fabrication since it already possesses the required mechanical properties without being exposed to additional heat treatments such as annealing or quenching processes before use in most applications where this type of alloy would be beneficial. However, there are certain cases where these processes may need to be completed depending on the application requirements; therefore, consulting with an expert before use is recommended if uncertain about what kind of heat treatments should be performed on the material before use.
