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Chemical Composition
Elements
Cu(1,2) Pb
(1) Cu value includes Ag.
(2) Includes Pb.
Min (%) 99.5 0.8
Max (%) 1.5
Mechanical Properties *
Form Temper Temper Code Tensile Strength
(ksi)
YS-0.5% Ext
(ksi)
Elongation
(%)
Rockwell B scale Rockwell F scale Shear Strength
(ksi)
Torsion Modulus
(ksi)
Ultimate Tensile Strength in Shear
(ksi)
Section Size
(in)
Cold Work
(%)
* Measured at room temperature, 68°F (20°C).
Rod 1/2 Hard H02 43 Typ
40 Typ
18 Typ
43 Typ
26 Typ
0.25 20
1/2 Hard H02 42 Typ
38 Typ
25 Typ
42 Typ
25 Typ
1 20
Hard H04 48 Typ
44 Typ
12 Typ
48 Typ
27 Typ
0.5 35
Hard H04 60 Typ
10 Typ
29 Typ
0.24
Hard H04 55 Typ
50 Typ
8 Typ
30 Typ
0.125 50
Hard H04 48 Typ
42 Typ
15 Typ
48 Typ
27 Typ
6.4 Typ 1 35
Hard H04 55 Typ
11 Typ
30 Typ
0.5
Hard H04 53 Typ
49 Typ
10 Typ
54 Typ
29 Typ
0.25 45
Hard H04 53 Typ
12 Typ
29 Typ
0.75
Hard H04 51 Typ
14 Typ
28 Typ
1
Nominal Grain Size 0.050 mm OS050 32 Typ
10 Typ
45 Typ
40 Typ
22 Typ
1
Physical Properties
(1)Soft Anealed Condition
Melting Point - Liquidus°F 1976
Melting Point - Solidus°F 1747
Densitylb/cu in. at 68°F 0.323
Specific Gravity 8.94
Electrical Conductivity% IACS at 68°F 96 (1)
Thermal ConductivityBtu/ sq ft/ ft hr/ °F at 68°F 218
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210 to -6 power per °F (68 – 572°F) 9.8
Specific Heat CapacityBtu/ lb /°F at 68°F 0.092
Modulus of Elasticity in Tensionksi 17000
Modulus of Rigidityksi 6400
Fabrication Properties
Technique Suitability
Soldering Excellent
Brazing Good
Oxyacetylene Welding Not Recommended
Gas Shielded Arc Welding Not Recommended
Coated Metal Arc Welding Not Recommended
Spot Weld Not Recommended
Seam Weld Not Recommended
Butt Weld Fair
Capacity for Being Cold Worked Good
Capacity for Being Hot Formed Poor
Machinability Rating 85
Common Fabrication Processes

No fabrication process properties for this alloy

Thermal Properties
Treatment Minimum* Maximum*
* Temperature is measured in Fahrenheit.
Annealing 800 1200
Hot Working Temperature 1400 1600
Typical uses
Product Category Product Reason Category Reason
Automotive Motor Parts Conductivity (Electrical) Electrical Conductivity
Motor Parts Conductivity (Thermal) Thermal Conductivity
Motor Parts Machining Characteristics Can Be Processed on Screw Machines
Motor Parts Machining Characteristics Machinability
Motor Parts Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Electrical Connectors Conductivity (Electrical) Electrical Conductivity
Connectors Conductivity (Thermal) Thermal Conductivity
Connectors Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Connectors Machining Characteristics Can Be Processed on Screw Machines
Connectors Machining Characteristics Machinability
Current Carrying Studs Conductivity (Electrical) Electrical Conductivity
Current Carrying Studs Conductivity (Thermal) Thermal Conductivity
Current Carrying Studs Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Current Carrying Studs Machining Characteristics Machinability
Screw Machine Parts Requiring High Conductivity Conductivity (Electrical) Electrical Conductivity
Screw Machine Parts Requiring High Conductivity Conductivity (Thermal) Thermal Conductivity
Screw Machine Parts Requiring High Conductivity Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Screw Machine Parts Requiring High Conductivity Machining Characteristics Machinability
Switch Parts Conductivity (Electrical) Electrical Conductivity
Switch Parts Conductivity (Thermal) Thermal Conductivity
Switch Parts Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Switch Parts Machining Characteristics Machinability
Switch Parts Solderability Solderability
Fasteners Current Carrying Bolts Conductivity (Electrical) Electrical Conductivity
Current Carrying Bolts Conductivity (Thermal) Thermal Conductivity
Current Carrying Bolts Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Current Carrying Bolts Machining Characteristics Machinability
Current Carrying Nuts Conductivity (Electrical) Electrical Conductivity
Current Carrying Nuts Conductivity (Thermal) Thermal Conductivity
Current Carrying Nuts Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Current Carrying Nuts Machining Characteristics Machinability
Applicable Specifications
Form Specific Sub-Form Application System Standard Description
Bar ASTM B301/B301M FREE-CUTTING COPPER ROD AND BAR
Rod SAE J461 WROUGHT AND CAST COPPER ALLOYS
ASTM B301/B301M FREE-CUTTING COPPER ROD AND BAR
SAE J463 WROUGHT COPPER AND COPPER ALLOYS
Shapes ASTM B301/B301M FREE-CUTTING COPPER ROD AND BAR
Wire ASTM B301/B301M FREE-CUTTING COPPER ROD AND BAR
Corrosion Properties

No Corrosion Properties Available.