Nov 20 2012
The following table shows the mechanical properties of UNS C53800 wires as a function of heat treatment and thickness.
| Temper |
Thickness |
Tensile Str. |
Elong. |
| H08 |
<0.1in |
951MPa (138ksi) |
3% |
|
<0.1in |
1000MPa (145ksi) |
- |
|
<0.315in |
462MPa (67ksi) |
50% |
|
<0.315in |
503MPa (73ksi) |
- |
|
>0.315in |
- |
- |
| O60 |
>.020in |
- |
- |
The chemical composition of UNS C53800 copper alloy is outlined in the following table.
| Element |
Content (%) |
| Tin, Sn |
13.1-13.9 |
| Zinc, Zn |
0.12 |
| Lead, Pb |
0.4-0.6 |
| Manganese, Mn |
0.06 |
| Nickel, Ni |
0.03 |
| Iron, Fe |
0.03 |
| Copper, Cu |
Remainder |
Copper and the elements mentioned in the above table together constitute 99.8% of this alloy.