C17300 Beryllium Copper Manufacturer and Supplier
C17300 beryllium copper (also named as BeCu C17300 or UNS C17300) is a ductile heat-treatable copper alloy, which may be in mill-hardened form. This is a highly conductive alloy with high strength and stiffness which makes it suitable in demanding electrical and mechanical applications.
UNS C17300 beryllium copper offers tensile strength up to 1380 Mpa (200 ksi) at heat treatment and is usually available in product forms like C17300 beryllium copper rod, bar, wire, and other precision-machined forms for manufacturing high-accuracy components. Explore our complete range of Beryllium Copper products supplied for precision-engineered applications.
- Chemical Composition of UNS C17300 Beryllium Copper
- Physical Properties of BeCu C17300
- Mechanical Properties of C17300 Beryllium Copper
- Other Designations of UNS C17300
- Fabrication and Heat Treatment of C17300 Beryllium Copper
- Applications of Applications of C17300 Beryllium CopperBeryllium Copper
- Frequently Asked Questions
Chemical Composition of UNS C17300 Beryllium Copper
The following table shows the chemical composition of C17300 beryllium copper:
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| Copper (Cu) | 97.9 |
| Beryllium (Be) | 1.9 |
| Cobalt (Co) | 0.40 |
The controlled chemistry of BeCu C17300 ensures good machinability, conductivity, and consistent mechanical performance.
Physical Properties of BeCu C17300
The physical properties of UNS C17300 beryllium copper 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 physical characteristics support the use of C17300 beryllium copper rod in high-precision and high-temperature environments.
Mechanical Properties of C17300 Beryllium Copper
The mechanical properties of UNS C17300 beryllium copper are listed below:
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Hardness, Rockwell B | 80.0 – 85.0 | 80.0 – 85.0 |
| Tensile Strength, Ultimate | 515 – 585 MPa | 74,700 – 84,800 psi |
| Tensile Strength, Yield | 275 – 345 MPa | 39,900 – 50,000 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 UNS C17300
Other designations equivalent to C17300 beryllium copper include:
- ASTM B196
- ASTM B197
Fabrication and Heat Treatment of C17300 Beryllium Copper
- Machinability : BeCu C17300 has a machinability rate of about 50 and therefore it can find application in high volume machining.
- Welding : C17300 bryllium copper can be welded through soldering, brazing, gas-shielded arc welding, coated metal arc welding, spot welding, seam welding, and butt welding. Welding (Oxy-acetylene) cannot be recommended.
- Forging : Forging of UNS C17300 is carried out at temperatures between 649 and 816°C (1200 to 1500°F).
- Hot Working : UNS C17300 is fused between 649 and 816degC (1200 to 1500degF).
- Cold Working : UNS C17300 beryllium copper is characterized as having good cold working properties and is therefore suitable in high precision parts.
- Annealing : C17300 beryllium copper is annealed under temperatures of between 774 and 802degC (1425 and 1475degF).
Applications of C17300 Beryllium Copper
C17300 beryllium copper is widely used in applications requiring good conductivity and moderate strength, including:
- Electrical and electronic connectors
- Current-carrying springs
- Precision screw-machined parts
- Welding electrodes
- Bearings and bushings
- Plastic molds
- Corrosion-resistant components
Aashish Metal and Alloys supplies C17300 beryllium copper in multiple product forms for the above applications.
View our full inventory of Beryllium Copper products to find the right grade and form for your requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
C17300 Leaded Beryllium Copper (CDA 173) It is an age hardened alloy with acquired higher strengths without having compromised the required toughness levels in most industrial applications. Response of age hardening of this alloy is dependent on time, temperature, and cold work done to the metal.
Beryllium Copper (BeCu) C17200, also commonly referred to as Alloy 25 is a high strength, non-magnetic and non-sparking alloy. It is also of high quality in metal working, forming, non-galling and machining.
C17200 beryllium copper price per kg is determined by a number of factors including product form, size, temper, order quantity and the prevailing market forces. Aashish Metal and Alloys provides UNS C17200 beryllium copper at competitive prices and guaranteed quality.
To obtain the current beryllium copper price per kg and its availability please contact us and request for a quote.
In addition to a higher resistance in comparison with steel, beryllium copper is up to 1400 Mpa (200,000 psi) which has good thermal conductivity (62 btu/ft-deg F-H).
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