Jun 26 2013
Topics Covered
Introduction
Chemical Composition
Physical Properties
Other Designations
Introduction
Copper is a durable ductile reddish brown metal that has been used by man for centuries. Its remarkable properties of thermal and electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance have made this metal an essential material in everyday life.
Copper is relatively easy to alloy with other elements, thereby enhancing the properties. The following datasheet discusses the chemical composition and properties of copper UNS C96900.
Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of copper UNS C96900 is given in the following table.
Element |
Content (%) |
Nickel, Ni |
14.5-15.5 |
Tin, Sn |
7.5-8.5 |
Iron, Fe |
0.5 |
Zinc, Zn |
0.5 |
Magnesium, Mg |
0.15 |
Niobium, Nb |
0.1 |
Manganese, Mn |
0.05-0.30 |
Lead, Pb |
0.02 |
Copper, Cu |
Balance |
Physical Properties
The following table discusses the physical properties of copper UNS C96900.
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
Density |
8.9 g/cm3 |
0.323 lb/in3 |
Other Designations
Other designations that are equivalent to copper UNS C96900 include: