Copper Rods (UNS C79860) – Mechanical Properties

UNS C79860 copper alloy has a copper content of not less than 42.3%.

The following table shows the mechanical properties of UNS C79860 rods as a function of heat treatment and thickness.

Temper Thickness Tensile Str. Elong.
H04 >6.4 mm (>0.250 in) 650 MPa (88 ksi) -
>6.4 mm (>0.250 in) 610 MPa (88 ksi) 5%
<6.4 mm (<0.250 in) 648 MPa (94 ksi) -
<6.4 mm (<0.250 in) 610 MPa (88 ksi) 5%
H06 <6.4 mm (<0.250 in) 760 MPa (110 ksi) -
<6.4 mm (<0.250 in) 710 MPa (103 ksi) 1%

The chemical composition of UNS C79860 copper alloy is outlined in the following table.

Element Content (%)
Copper, Cu 42.3-43.7
Nickel, Ni 11.8-12.7
Manganese, Mn 5.6-6.4
Lead, Pb 1.3-1.8
Iron, Fe 0.2
Tin, Sn 0.1
Silicon, Si 0.06
Phosphorous, P 0.005
Zinc Remainder

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