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CDA Copper No. C 155 00

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SuperSilverCopper-155TM

COMPOSITION(%)

NominalMinimumMaxiumum
Copper (inc Silver)99.75
Silver.027.10
(8)*(30)*
Phosphorus.06.040.080
Magnesium.11.08.13

*Troy ounce per avoirdupois ton = 0.0034%

 

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

English UnitsC.G.S. Units
Melting Point (Liquidus)1,980°F1,082°C
Melting Point (Solidus)1,960°F1,071°C
Density.322 lb./cu. in. a 68°F8.91 gm./cu. cm. a 20°C
Specific Gravity8.918.91
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion.0000098 per °F from 68°F to 212°F.0000177 per °C from 20°C to 100°C
Thermal Conductivity200 Btu./sq. ft./ft./hr./°F @ 68°F83 cal/sq. cm/cm/seC/°C @ 20°C
Electrical Resistivity (Annealed)10.0 Ohms (circ. mil./ft.) @ 68°F1.83 Microhm-cm @ 20°C
Electrical Conductivity* (Annealed)94% IACS @ 68°F.545 Megohm-cm @ 20°C
Thermal Capacity (Specific Heat).092 Btu./lb./°F @ 68°F.092 cal/gm./°C @ 20°C
Modulus of Elasticity (Tension)17,000,000 psi12,000 Kg/sq. mm
Modulus of Rigidity6,400,000 psi4,500 Kg./sq. mm.
Magnetic PermeabilityLess than 1.002 gauss/oersted

*Volume basis after precipitation heat treatment

 

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

Size SectionTemper (Nominal Yield Strength 1000 psi)Nominal Tensile Strength psiNominal Yield StrengthElongation in 2” %Nominal Rockwell HardnessFatigue Strength
.5% Ext. psi.2% Offset psi15-T30-TpsiMillion Cycles
Flat Products
.015 in.Soft40,00018,00017,800326315,000100
3545,00035,00034,800257450
4550,00042,00042,000187854
5050,00046,00045,800108057
5560,00052,00052,000108268
6060,00057,00057,0006847221,500100
6570,00062,00062,00088675
7070,00067,00067,0003877821,500100
7580,00075,00075,000288

The values listed above represent reasonable approximations suitable for general engineering use. Due to commercial variations in composition and to manufacturing limitations, they should not be used for specification purposes. See applicable A.S.T.M. specification references.

 

Typical Uses

Electrical: High-conductivity springs, electrical contacts, resistance welding electrodes, electrical fittings, clamps, connectors, terminals, electronic lead frames and other components

Mechanical: Diaphragms, washers, friction plates

Common Fabrication Processes

Blanking, coining, drawing, etching, forming, bending, and stamping

Fabrication Properties

Capacity for being Cold Worked: Excellent

Capacity for being Hot Formed: Excellent

Hot Forgeability Rating (Forging Brass=100): —

Hot Working Temperature: 1400-1600°F or 750-875°C

Annealing Temperature: 750-1000°F or 400-540°C

Machinability Rating (Free Cutting Brass =100): 20

Suitability for being
joined by:

  • Soldering: Excellent
  • Brazing: Excellent

For other methods of joining, consult our Technical Services Group.

 

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