C17200 Beryllium Copper Stockist and Manufacturer
C17200 beryllium copper, also known as beryllium copper alloy 25 or Alloy 25 (UNS C17200 / CDA 172) is a high-performance copper alloy that has outstanding strength, stiffness, conductivity and corrosion resistance. UNS C17200 beryllium copper is ductile and comes in mill-hardened and heat-treatable tempers to have high mechanical strength and good electrical performance and is used in many demanding industrial applications.
Heat treatment gives beryllium copper C17200 tensile strength more than 1380 Mpa (200 ksi). As leading C17200 beryllium copper suppliers, we offer this alloy in various product forms including rods, sheets, tubes, and strips. Explore our full range of Beryllium Copper products available at a competitive beryllium copper price per kg.
- Chemical Composition of C17200 Beryllium Copper
- Physical Properties of UNS C17200 Beryllium Copper
- Mechanical Properties of Beryllium Copper C17200
- Other Designations of C17200 Beryllium Copper
- Fabrication and Heat Treatment of C17200 Beryllium Copper
- Applications of C17200 Beryllium Copper
- Frequently Asked Questions
Chemical Composition of C17200 Beryllium Copper
The following table shows the chemical composition of UNS C17200 beryllium copper:
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| Copper (Cu) | 97.9 |
| Beryllium (Be) | 1.9 |
| Cobalt (Co) | 0.20 |
This precisely controlled composition enables beryllium copper alloy 25 to achieve an outstanding balance of strength, conductivity, and fatigue resistance.
Physical Properties of UNS C17200 Beryllium Copper
The physical properties of beryllium copper C17200 are given below:
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Density (during age hardening, 2% max. decrease in length and 6% max. increase in density) | 8.25 g/cm³ | 0.298 lb/in³ |
| Melting Point | 866°C | 1590°F |
These beryllium copper C17200 properties make the alloy suitable for precision components and high-temperature service conditions.
Mechanical Properties of Beryllium Copper C17200
The following table outlines the beryllium copper C17200 mechanical properties:
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Hardness, Rockwell B | 80.0 – 85.0 | 80.0 – 85.0 |
| Tensile Strength, Ultimate | 1280 – 1480 MPa | 186,000 – 215,000 psi |
| Tensile Strength, Yield | 965 – 1205 MPa | 140,000 – 174,800 psi |
| Elongation at Break | 15 – 30% | 15 – 30% |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 125 – 130 GPa | 18,100 – 18,900 ksi |
| Poisson’s Ratio | 0.300 | 0.300 |
| Machinability (UNS C36000 = 100%) | 20% | 20% |
| Shear Modulus | 50.0 GPa | 7,250 ksi |
Other Designations of C17200 Beryllium Copper
Alloy 25 (UNS C17200 / CDA 172) is also designated under the following standards:
- AMS 4651
- AMS 4725
- ASTM B194
- ASTM B196
- ASTM B197
- ASTM B570
- MIL C-21657
- SAE J461
- SAE J463
Product forms such as C17200 beryllium copper tube, C17200 beryllium copper rod, C17200 beryllium copper sheet, and C17200 beryllium copper strip are commonly supplied in compliance with ASTM B194, ASTM B196, and ASTM B251 standards.
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Fabrication and Heat Treatment of C17200 Beryllium Copper
- Machinability : UNS C17200 beryllium copper has a machinability of about 20 percent as compared to free-cutting brass.
- Welding : Welding procedures that are recommended to be used with the beryllium copper alloy 25 involve butt welding, seam welding, spot welding, gas-shielded arc welding, brazing, and soldering. Welding with oxygen (Oxy-Acetylene) is not advised.
- Forging : C17200 beryllium copper is forged between 649 and 816 o C (1200 and 1500 F).
- Hot Working : UNS C17200 beryllium copper has good working properties at high temperature.
- Cold Working : Beryllium copper C17200 possesses excellent cold working properties, which renders it suitable in the precision-formed component.
- Annealing : Annealing is carried out at temperatures between 774 and 802°C (1425 to 1475°F).
Applications of C17200 Beryllium Copper
C17200 beryllium copper is widely used in applications requiring high strength and conductivity, including:
- Electrical and electronic connectors
- Current-carrying springs
- Precision screw-machined parts
- Welding electrodes
- Bearings and bushings
- Plastic injection molds
- Corrosion-resistant components
As reliable C17200 beryllium copper suppliers and stockists, Aashish Metal and Alloys offers UNS C17200 beryllium copper in rod, tube, sheet, and strip forms for diverse industrial applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
C17200 Beryllium Copper (BeCu) (also referred to as Alloy 25) is a material that has high strength, non-magnetic and does not produce sparks. It possesses great metal working, shaping, non-galling and machining characteristics.
BeCu 173 is cheaper compared to BeCu 172 since it has a machining cost factor of 1.0 in comparison with steel 12L14. It is suitable in soldering, brazing, welding, hot and cold working, however, but not forging.
No country in the world prohibits, restricts or otherwise limits the use of copper beryllium and beryllium-containing materials.
Beryllium copper price per kg is based on the type of product (rod, sheet, tube, or strip), size, temper, quantity and the prevailing market conditions. For product availability and specifications, visit our Beryllium Copper products page.
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