Jul 24 2013
Topics Covered
Introduction
Chemical Composition
Physical Properties
Mechanical Properties
Other Designations
Applications
Introduction
Copper is a reddish-yellow ductile metal that has high thermal and electrical conductivities. Nickel silver alloys has good formability, good corrosion and tarnish-resistance.
Copper UNS C74500 alloy is 65-10 grade wrought copper alloy. The following datasheet discusses the chemical composition and properties of copper UNS C74500.
Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of copper UNS C74500 is given in the following table.
|
Element |
Content (%) |
|
Copper, Cu |
63.5-66.5 |
|
Nickel, Ni |
9-11 |
|
Manganese, Mn |
0.5 |
|
Iron, Fe |
0.25 |
|
Lead, Pb |
0.09 |
|
Zinc, Zn |
Remainder |
Physical Properties
The following table discusses the physical properties of copper UNS C74500.
|
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|
Density |
8.69 g/cm3 |
0.314 lb/in3 |
Mechanical Properties
The mechanical properties of UNS C74500 copper wires (OS015-Temper) are tabulated below.
|
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|
Tensile strength |
434 MPa |
63 ksi |
|
Elongation |
35% |
35% |
Other Designations
Equivalent materials to UNS C74500 copper alloy are given below:
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ASTM B122
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ASTM B151
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ASTM B206
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QQ W321.
Applications
Copper UNS C74500 finds application in:
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Optical instrument components
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Fittings for food and dairy equipment
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Musical instrument valves and components
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Decorative items and jewelry
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Screws, rivets, and slide fasteners.