High Strength C17200 Beryllium Copper Alloy - Top China Suppliers & Factory for Superior Performance
Beryllium copper is a copper-based alloy material without tin, with beryllium as the main element. It is a type of copper alloy that is strengthened by age precipitation. It contains 1.8-2% beryllium and small amounts of nickel, chromium, titanium and other elements. After quenching and aging treatment, its strength can reach 1250-1500MPa, approaching the level of medium-strength steel.
C17200 BERYLLIUM COPPER provides the highest strength of all available copper-beryllium alloys. It has electrical and thermal conductivity considerably greater than other high-strength copper alloys with an ultimate tensile strength that can exceed 200 ksi (1380 MPa), hardness approaching HRC 45, and a minimum electrical conductivity of 22% IACS (International Annealed Copper Standard).
C17200 BERYLLIUM COPPER is available in strip, rod, tube, wire, bar, plate, forging and extrusion forms. C17200 BERYLLIUM COPPER is a versatile material used in a broad range of applications from oil and gas drilling components to aerospace bushings, automotive connectors and computer processor socket contacts.
| Element | Be | Si | Al | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 1.8 | - | - |
|
| Max | 2.0 | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Elastic Modulus: | 19000 Ksi |
| Electrical Conductivity: | 25-30% IACS |
| Density: | 8.36 g/cm3 |
| Thermal Conductivity (25℃): | 105 W/mk |
Q: What makes C17200 Beryllium Copper unique?
C17200 Beryllium Copper is distinguished by offering the highest strength of any copper-based alloy. It combines this exceptional tensile strength (up to 1380 MPa) with excellent thermal and electrical conductivity, making it highly versatile for demanding industrial applications.
Q: What is the typical electrical conductivity of C17200?
C17200 Beryllium Copper maintains a minimum electrical conductivity of 22% to 30% IACS (International Annealed Copper Standard), which is significantly higher than other high-strength copper alloys.
Q: In what product forms is C17200 Beryllium Copper available?
It is commercially available in a wide range of forms to suit different manufacturing requirements, including strip, rod, tube, wire, bar, plate, forgings, and extrusions.
Q: What are the primary applications of C17200 Beryllium Copper?
Due to its high strength and wear resistance, it is widely used in oil and gas drilling components, aerospace bushings, automotive connectors, heavy-duty electrical contacts, and computer processor socket contacts.
Q: How does the strength of C17200 compare to steel?
After undergoing quenching and age-hardening treatments, the tensile strength of C17200 can reach between 1250 and 1500 MPa. This level of strength approaches that of medium-strength steel while retaining the superior corrosion resistance and conductivity of copper.