C14500 Composition
Cu C145 is composed primarily of copper with other minor elements, such as iron and zinc, which enhance its strength and hardness. This material's chemical composition makes it highly resistant to corrosion from acidic environments or salt water spray. This makes it ideal for marine or industrial applications where corrosion resistance is critical.
| Cu%1,2 | P% | Te% | |||||||||
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| 99.90 min |
0.004- 0.012 |
0.40- 0.70 |
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C14500 Chemical Properties
The low sulfur content gives this alloy superior electrical conductivity compared to other copper alloys.
C14500 Mechanical Properties
The mechanical properties of Copper C145 make it an excellent choice for high-strength applications such as automotive components or fasteners. It has an excellent tensile strength (550-650 MPa) and yield strength (200-300 MPa). Its elongation ranges from 10-20%. This material also has good ductility, which makes it easier to form shapes when machining or welding.
| Tensile Strength, min | Yield Strength, at 0.5% Extension Under Load, min | Elongation, 4x Diameter or Specimen Thickness, min | Brinell Hardness (500 kg load) | Remarks | ||
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| Ksi | MPa | Ksi | MPa | % | typical BHN | |
| 38 | 260 | 30 | 205 | 8 | 76 | |
C14500 Physical Properties
Additionally, its high thermal conductivity makes it an effective heat sink material in electronics applications where cooling is necessary.
| US Customary | Metric | ||||||||||
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| Melting Point – Liquidus | 1976 °F | 1080 °C | |||||||||
| Melting Point – Solidus | 1924 °F | 1051 °C | |||||||||
| Density | 0.323 lb/in3 at 68 °F | 8.94 gm/cm3 at 20 °C | |||||||||
| Specific Gravity | 8.94 | 8.94 | |||||||||
| Electrical Conductivity | 93% IACS at 68 °F | 0.539 MegaSiemens/cm at 20 °C | |||||||||
| Thermal Conductivity | 205 Btu/sq ft/ft hr/°F at 68 °F | 355 W/m at 20 °C | |||||||||
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-212 | 9.5 · 10-6 per °F (68-212 °F) | 16.5 · 10-6 per °C (20-100 °C) | |||||||||
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-392 | 9.7 · 10-6 per °F (68-392 °F) | 16.8 · 10-6 per °C (20-200 °C) | |||||||||
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-572 | 9.9 · 10-6 per °F (68-572 °F) | 17.1 · 10-6 per °C (20-300 °C) | |||||||||
| Specific Heat Capacity | 0.092 Btu/lb/°F at 68 °F | 385.5 J/kg at 20 °C | |||||||||
| Modulus of Elasticity in Tension | 17000 ksi | 117212 MPa | |||||||||
| Modulus of Rigidity | 6400 ksi | 44127 MPa | |||||||||
C14500 Equivalents
| CDA | ASTM | SAE | AMS | Federal | Military | Other |
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| C14500 | B124 B124M B301 B301M |
J461 J463 |
Tellurium-Bearing (PTE) |
C14500 Thermal Properties
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| Treatment | Minimum* | Maximum* | |||||||||
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| Annealing | 800 | 1200 | |||||||||
| Hot Treatment | 1400 | 1600 | |||||||||
C14500 Uses
Additionally, its machinability makes it helpful in creating intricate shapes or designs needed for complex parts such as gears or bearings. Finally, its weldability allows for the easy joining together of multiple parts into one cohesive piece without losing any structural integrity during the
Corrosion Resistance
As previously mentioned, Copper C145 has excellent corrosion resistance making it ideal for use in marine and industrial applications where exposure to harsh environmental conditions is common. It can also be used in electrical components due to its low sulfur content, which ensures minimal electrical resistance when conducting current through the material.
