Sep 18 2012
Topics Covered
IntroductionChemical CompositionPhysical PropertiesMechanical PropertiesThermal propertiesOther Designations
Introduction
UNS C96800 copper alloy is resistant to corrosion and ductile. The addition of iron to the alloy makes it resistant to flowing sea-water. UNS C96800 is used in condensers, marine applications and heat exchangers.
The following datasheet gives an overview of UNS C96800 alloy.
Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of UNS C96800 alloy is given in the following table.
| Element |
Content (%) |
| Cu |
78.72 - 82.9 |
| Ni |
9.50 - 10.5 |
| Mg |
0.0050 - 0.15 |
| Mn |
0.050 - 0.30 |
| Nb |
0.10 - 0.30 |
| Sn |
7.50 - 8.50 |
Physical Properties
The following table details the physical properties of UNS C96800 alloy.
| Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Density |
8.94 g/ cm3 |
0.323 lb/in³ |
Mechanical Properties
The mechanical properties of UNS C96800 alloy are shown in the following table.
| Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Tensile strength |
≥ 862 MPa |
≥ 125000 psi |
| Yield strength |
≥ 689 MPa |
≥ 100000 psi |
| Elongation at break |
3.00% |
3.00% |
| Machinability |
20 |
20 |
Thermal properties
The following table discusses the thermal properties of UNS C96800 alloy.
| Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Thermal conductivity |
29.4 W/mK |
204 BTUin/hr.ft².°F |
| Thermal expansion co-efficient (@20 - 300°C/68-572°F) |
17.1 µm/m°C |
9.50 µin/in°F |
Other Designations
Equivalent designations to UNS C96800 alloy include: