C17510 Beryllium Copper Manufacturer and Supplier
ASTM B441 (ROD), ASTM B534 (PLATE) , RWMA Class III
C17510 beryllium copper is a specialized alloy known for its excellent thermal and electrical conductivity, combined with remarkable strength and hardness. This unique combination makes it an ideal choice for applications that require reliable performance under demanding conditions. With conductivity ranging from 45-60 percent of pure copper, and the ability to achieve ultimate tensile strengths up to 140 ksi and hardness levels around RB 100, C17510 is commonly used in high-performance connectors, switches, and other critical components in the electronics and aerospace industries.
At Sunflex Metal Industries, we offer high-quality C17510 beryllium copper tailored to your specific needs. Whether you’re looking for materials for manufacturing precision components or require bulk orders for large-scale projects, our team is dedicated to providing solutions that meet the highest standards. To learn more about how C17510 beryllium copper can enhance your applications, or to request a quote, please contact us at sales@sunflexfittings.com. Let Sunflex Metal Industries be your trusted partner in delivering superior copper alloys.
C17300 Leaded Beryllium Copper uses:
C17510 beryllium copper is a versatile alloy known for its high thermal and electrical conductivity, combined with significant strength and hardness. Here are some common uses for this alloy:
- Electrical Connectors and Terminals: C17510 is widely used in electrical connectors and terminals where its high conductivity and strength are essential for efficient power transmission and reliable performance.
- Switches and Relays: The alloy’s excellent mechanical properties make it ideal for switches and relays, where it can handle repeated mechanical stress while maintaining consistent performance.
- Aerospace Components: In aerospace applications, C17510 is used for components such as bushings, bearings, and other parts that require high strength and durability under extreme conditions.
- Heat Sinks and Thermal Conductors: Due to its superior thermal conductivity, C17510 is used in heat sinks and thermal conductors to manage heat dissipation in electronic devices and high-power applications.
- Precision Instruments: The alloy’s combination of strength, hardness, and conductivity makes it suitable for precision instruments and high-reliability components where accuracy and durability are critical.
- Welding Electrodes: C17510 is used in welding electrodes and other heat-conductive tools, benefiting from its ability to maintain performance under high temperatures and intense thermal conditions.
- Industrial Molds: The alloy is also employed in manufacturing injection molds and die-casting molds, where its thermal conductivity helps control mold temperatures for better product quality and precision.
Specifications
| End Product | Specification |
| SOLID BAR | 1/4″ . 6″ diameter |
| RECTANGLES | 3/8″ x 1/2″ . 1″ x 3″ thickness x width |
| SQUARES | 3/8″ . 3″ square |
| PLATES | 2″ . 5″ thickness |
| DISCS & RINGS | forged to size |
| HONED TUBES | up to 4″ OD |
| Bar | ASTM B441 |
| Bar, Rolled | ASTM B534 |
| Plate | ASTM B534 |
| Rod | ASTM B441, SAE J463, J461 |
| Shapes | SAE J463, J461 |
| Sheet | ASTM B534 |
| Strip | ASTM B534, MILITARY MIL-C-81021, SAE J463, J461 |
| Tube | SAE J463, J461 |
Chemical Composition
| Al | Be | Co | Cu | Fe | Ni | Si | |
| Min/Max | 0.2 | 0.2 – 0.6 | 0.3 | Rem | 0.1 | 1.4 – 2.2 | 0.2 |
| Nominals | – | 0.4000 | – | 97.8000 | – | 1.8000 | – |
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 | |||||||||||||||||||
| TF00 | 0 | 68 | 110 | 90 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |||
| TF00 | 0 | 0 | TYP | 20 | 758 | 621 | – | – | 12 | 96 | – | – | 80 | – | – | – | – | – | 0 |
| TD04 | 0 | 68 | 78 | 70 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |||
| TD04 | 0 | 0 | TYP | 20 | 538 | 483 | – | – | 5 | 83 | – | – | 72 | – | – | – | – | – | 0 |
| TH02 | 0 | 68 | 115 | 108 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 35 | – | |||
| TH02 | 0 | 0 | TYP | 20 | 793 | 745 | – | – | 8 | 98 | – | – | 81 | – | – | – | 241 | – | 0 |
| TD02 | 0 | 68 | 68 | 60 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |||
| TD02 | 0 | 0 | TYP | 20 | 469 | 414 | – | – | 8 | 70 | – | – | 64 | – | – | – | – | – | 0 |
| TB00 | 0 | 68 | 45 | 25 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |||
| TB00 | 0 | 0 | TYP | 20 | 310 | 172 | – | – | 28 | 32 | – | – | 36 | – | – | – | – | – | 0 |
| TH04 | 0 | 68 | 115 | 110 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |||
| TH04 | 0 | 0 | TYP | 20 | 793 | 758 | – | – | 8 | 96 | – | – | 81 | – | – | – | – | – | 0 |
| FORGINGS | |||||||||||||||||||
| TF00 | 4.02 | 68 | 115 | 90 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |||
| TF00 | 102 | 0 | TYP | 20 | 794 | 620 | – | – | – | 92 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0 |
| TB00 | 0 | 68 | 42 | – | 20 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |||
| TB00 | 0 | 0 | TYP | 20 | 293 | – | 138 | – | – | 50 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0 |
| ROD | |||||||||||||||||||
| TF00 | 0 | 68 | 110 | 90 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |||
| TF00 | 0 | 0 | TYP | 20 | 758 | 621 | – | – | 18 | 96 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0 |
| TH04 | 0 | 68 | 115 | 110 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |||
| TH04 | 0 | 0 | TYP | 20 | 793 | 758 | – | – | 14 | 98 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0 |
| TB00 | 0 | 68 | 45 | 25 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |||
| TB00 | 0 | 0 | TYP | 20 | 310 | 172 | – | – | 28 | 35 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0 |
| TD04 | 0 | 68 | 72 | 65 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | |||
| TD04 | 0 | 0 | TYP | 20 | 496 | 448 | – | – | 12 | 68 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0 |
Physical Properties
| Product Property | US Customary | Metric |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 9.8 . 10-6 per oF (68-392 F) | 17.6 . 10 6? per å¡C (20-200 C) |
| Density | 0.317 lb/in3 @ 68 F | 8.77 gm/cm3 @ 20 C |
| Electrical Conductivity | 48 %IACS @ 68 F | 0.281 MegaSiemens/cm @ 20 C |
| Electrical Conductivity | 45 %IACS @ 68 F | 0.263 MegaSiemens/cm @ 20 C |
| Electrical Resistivity | 22.8 ohms-cmil/ft @ 68 F | 3.79 microhm-cm @ 20 C |
| Melting Point Liquid US | 1955 F | 1068 C |
| Melting Point Solid US | 1885 F | 1029 C |
| Modulas of Elasticity in Tension | 19200 ksi | 132400 MPa |
| Modulas of Rigidity | 7500 ksi | 51710 MPa |
| Specific Gravity | 8.77 | 8.77 |
| Specific Heat Capacity | 0.1 Btu/lb/å¡F @ 68 F | 419.0 J/kg . å¡K at 293 K |
| Thermal Conductivity | 120.0 Btu . ft/(hr . ft2 . å¡F) @ 68 F | 207.7 W/m . å¡K at 20 C |
Fabrication
| Joining Technique | Suitability |
| Brazing | Good |
| Butt Weld | Fair |
| Capacity for Being Cold Worked | Excellent |
| Capacity for Being Hot Formed | Good |
| Coated Metal Arc Welding | Fair |
| Gas Sheilded Arc Welding | Fair |
| Oxyacetylene Welding | Not Recommended |
| Seam Weld | Fair |
| Soldering | Good |
| Spot Weld | Good |
Applications & Industries where our C17510 Beryllium Copper are used
Sunflex Metal Industries is a prominent supplier & exporter of C17510 Beryllium Copper which is widely used in the following industries & applications:
C17510 Beryllium Copper are mainly used in Electrical Connectors and Terminals, Switches and Relays, Aerospace Components, Heat Sinks and Thermal Conductors, Precision Instruments, Welding Electrodes, Industrial Molds etc.
Prominent Countries Where We Export C17510 Beryllium Copper
Exporting C17510 Beryllium 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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