C16500 Cadmium Tin Copper (CDA 165)
C16500 Cadmium Tin Copper is a high-performance alloy known for its excellent combination of strength, conductivity, and corrosion resistance. This alloy features a unique composition that provides superior mechanical properties, making it ideal for demanding applications in various industries. C16500 is especially valued for its enhanced wear resistance and fatigue strength, ensuring longevity and reliability in critical components. Its exceptional electrical conductivity makes it a preferred choice for electrical connectors, switchgear, and other high-current applications where both durability and performance are paramount.
At Sunflex Metal Industries, we offer top-quality C16500 Cadmium Tin Copper to meet the specific needs of your industrial projects. Our alloy is designed to deliver outstanding performance in even the most challenging environments, providing you with reliable and efficient solutions. For more information or to request a quote, please contact us at sales@sunflexfittings.com. Trust Sunflex Metal Industries for your premium copper alloy needs and experience unparalleled quality and service.
Typical Uses for C16500 Cadmium Tin Copper:
C16500 Cadmium Tin Copper is highly valued for its unique combination of strength, conductivity, and corrosion resistance. Typical uses include:
- Electrical Connectors: Ideal for high-current applications where both strength and conductivity are essential.
- Switchgear Components: Used in components that require reliable electrical performance and durability.
- Industrial Terminals: Employed in terminals that need to withstand mechanical stress and electrical loads.
- Commutator Bars: Suitable for use in electric motors where consistent electrical conductivity and wear resistance are crucial.
- High-Strength Fasteners: Utilized in fasteners that demand both mechanical strength and resistance to corrosion.
- Heavy-Duty Contacts: Applied in electrical contacts that operate under high stress and require longevity and reliability.
Specifications
| Product Type | Temper Type |
| Wire, Trolley | ASTM B9 |
| Wire | ASTM B105 |
Chemical Composition
| Al | Sn | Cd | Cu | Fe | |
| Min/Max | – | .50 – .7 | .6 – 1.0 | Rem | .02 |
| Nominals | – | .6 | .8 | 98.6 | – |
Mechanical Properties
| Temper | Sect. Size | Cold Work | Type Min | Temp | Tensile Strength | YS 0.05% UL |
YS 0.02% Offset |
YS 0.005% Offset |
Elong. | RH B |
RH C |
RH F |
RH 30T |
VH 500 |
BH 500 |
BH 3000 |
Shear Strgth |
Fatigue Strgth |
Izod Impact Strgth |
| – | in. | % | – | F | ksi | ksi | ksi | ksi | % | B | C | F | 30T | 500 | 500 | 3000 | ksi | ksi | ft-lb |
| – | mm. | – | – | C | MPa | MPa | MPa | MPa | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | MPa | MPa | J |
| FLAT PRODUCTS | |||||||||||||||||||
| H06 | 0.04 | 0 | TYP | 68 | 69 | 66 | – | – | 2 | – | – | – | 67 | – | – | – | – | – | 0.0 |
| 1 | 20 | 476 | 452 | – | – | 2 | – | – | – | 67 | – | – | – | – | – | 0.0 | |||
| H10 | 0.04 | 0 | TYP | 68 | 76 | 69 | – | – | 1 | – | – | – | 73 | – | – | – | – | – | 0.0 |
| 1 | 20 | 524 | 476 | – | – | 1 | – | – | – | 73 | – | – | – | – | – | 0.0 | |||
| H04 | 0.04 | 0 | TYP | 68 | 66 | – | – | – | 5 | 79 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0.0 |
| 1 | 20 | 455 | – | – | – | 5 | 79 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0.0 | |||
| H08 | 0.04 | 0 | TYP | 68 | 73 | 66 | – | – | 2 | – | – | – | 72 | – | – | – | – | – | 0.0 |
| 1 | 20 | 503 | 455 | – | – | 2 | – | – | – | 72 | – | – | – | – | – | 0.0 | |||
| ROD | |||||||||||||||||||
| OS050 | 0.5 | 0 | TYP | 68 | 40 | 14 | 13 | – | 53 | – | – | 62 | – | – | – | – | – | 20 | 0.0 |
| 12.7 | 20 | 276 | 97 | 90 | – | 53 | – | – | 62 | – | – | – | – | – | 138 | 0.0 | |||
| H04 | 0.5 | 35 | TYP | 68 | 65 | 55 | – | – | 15 | 75 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0.0 |
| 12.7 | 20 | 448 | 379 | – | – | 15 | 75 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0.0 | |||
| H06 | 0.5 | 67 | TYP | 68 | 77 | 71 | 73 | – | 9 | 78 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 310 | 0.0 |
| 12.7 | 20 | 531 | 492 | 503 | – | 9 | 78 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 2137 | 0.0 | |||
| WIRE | |||||||||||||||||||
| OS025 | 0.08 | 0 | TYP | 68 | 42 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | — | – | – | – | – | 0.0 |
| 2 | 20 | 290 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0.0 | |||
| H04 | 0.08 | 0 | TYP | 68 | 95 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0.0 |
| 2 | 20 | 655 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0.0 | |||
Physical Properties
| Product Property | US Customary | Metric |
| Melting Point – Liquidus | 1958 F | 1070 C |
| Melting Point – Solidus | – | – |
| Density | 0.321 lb/in3 at 68 F | 8.89 gm/cm3 @ 20 C |
| Specific Gravity | 8.890 | 8.89 |
| Electrical Resistivity | 17.290 ohms-cmil/ft @ 68 F | 2.87 microhm-cm @ 20 C |
| Electrical Conductivity | 60 % IACS @ 68 F | 0.351 Mega Siemens / cm @ 20 C |
| Thermal Conductivity | 146 Btu . ft/(hr . ft2 . oF)at 68F | 252.7 W/m . oK at 20 C |
| Modulas of Elasticity in Tension | 17000 ksi | 117000 MPa |
| Modulus of Rigidity | – | – |
| Specific Heat Capacity | 0.090 Btu/lb/å¡F at 68 F | 377.1 J/kg . å¡K at 293 K |
Fabrication
| Joining Technique | Suitability |
| Brazing | Excellent |
| Butt Weld | Excellent |
| Capacity for Being Cold Worked | Excellent |
| Capacity for Being Hot Formed | Good |
| Coated Metal Arc Welding | Not Recommended |
| Gas Sheilded Arc Welding | Fair |
| Machinability rating | 20 |
| Oxyacetylene Welding | Not Recommended |
| Seam Weld | Not Recommended |
| Soldering | Excellent |
| Spot Weld | Not Recommended |
Applications & Industries where our C16500 Cadmium Tin Copper are used
Sunflex Metal Industries is a prominent supplier & exporter of C16500 Cadmium Tin Copper which is widely used in the following industries & applications:
C10200 Oxygen Free Copper (CDA 102) are mainly used in Electrical Connectors, Switchgear Components, Industrial Terminals, Commutator Bars, High-Strength Fasteners, Heavy-Duty Contacts, etc.
Prominent Countries Where We Export C16500 Cadmium Tin Copper
Exporting C16500 Cadmium Tin Copper to Singapore, Malaysia, Hongkong, Thailand, Indonesia, Taiwan. Other countries includes Australia, Afghanistan, Albania, Andorra, Austria, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Cambodia, China, Cyprus, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Georgia, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Latvia, Latin America, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Mexico, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar (Burma), Nepal, North Korea, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Palestine, Philippines, Qatar, Russia, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia and Montenegro, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Syria, Tanzania, Tajikistan, Thailand, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen
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