Sep 13 2012
Topics Covered
IntroductionChemical CompositionPhysical PropertiesMechanical PropertiesOther DesignationsFabrication and Heat Treatment Machinability Welding Forging Hot Working Cold WorkingApplications
Introduction
UNS C15000 zirconium copper alloys have high conductivity, resistance to deformation and high strength at elevated temperatures. The following datasheet will discuss about UNS C15000 zirconium copper alloys.
Chemical Composition
The following table shows the chemical composition of UNS C15000 copper.
| Element |
Content (%) |
| Cu |
98.8 |
| Zr |
0.15 |
Physical Properties
The physical properties of UNS C15000 copper are given in the following table.
| Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Density |
8.89 g/cm3 |
0.321 lb/in3 |
| Melting point |
980°C |
1796°F |
Mechanical Properties
The mechanical properties of UNS C15000 copper are tabulated below.
| Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Tensile strength, ultimate |
430 MPa |
62400 psi |
| Tensile strength, yield |
415 MPa |
60200 psi |
| Elongation at break (in 50 mm) |
15.00% |
15.00% |
| Modulus of elasticity |
129 GPa |
18700 ksi |
| Machinability (UNS C36000 (free-cutting brass) = 100%) |
20% |
20% |
Other Designations
Other designations that are equivalent to UNS C15000 copper include:
- ASTM B224
- SAE J461
- SAE J463
Fabrication and Heat Treatment
Machinability
The machinability rate of C15000 copper alloys is 20%.
Welding
C15000 copper alloys can be welded using soldering, brazing and butt welding. However, oxyacetylene welding, gas shielded arc welding, coated metal arc welding, spot welding and seam welding are not preferred for this type of alloys.
Forging
C15000 copper alloys are forged at temperature ranging from 899 to 949°C (1650 to 1740°F).
Hot Working
C15000 copper alloys have excellent hot working property.
Cold Working
C15000 copper alloys have good cold working property.
Applications
UNS C15000 copper alloys are suitable for producing resistance welding caps.