Jul 11 2013
Topics Covered
Introduction
Chemical Composition
Other Designations
Applications
Introduction
Copper and its alloys are widely used in numerous sectors such as electronics, building, architecture, jewelry, marine, and defense. Copper UNS C55284 is a brazing filler metal. It is a US EPA registered antimicrobial material.
The following datasheet discusses the chemical composition and properties of copper UNS C55284.
Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of copper UNS C55284 is given in the following table.
Element |
Content (%) |
Silver, Ag |
14.5-15.5 |
Phosphorus, P |
4.8-5.2 |
Copper, Cu |
Balance |
Other Designations
Equivalent designation to copper UNS C55284 is AWS A5.8.
Applications
Apart from being used as a filler metal, copper UNS C55284 finds application in industrial equipments such as brazing rod.