C17300 Beryllium Copper Manufacturer and Supplier
C17300 Beryllium Copper (BeCu C17300, UNS C17300) is a highly alloyed copper-based precipitation-hardening copper alloy that is extensively utilized in high-performance electrical, aerospace, automotive, oil & gas, and industrial engineering components. A versatile alloy that exhibits outstanding strength, good electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, and high stiffness, C17300 is suitable for precision components that need to be stiff and strong in severe operating conditions.
Aashish Metal and Alloys is a leading supplier and exporter of C17300 Beryllium Copper products in India, which offer consistent performance and long service life, as they are manufactured based on international industry standard quality. We have the following range of products: Copper Be Behavior Pellets, Copper Be Rod and Copper Be Bar, Copper Be Flat, Copper Be Wire, and Customized Precision Machined Parts for Critical Industrial Applications.
UNS C17300 has excellent thermal conductivity and good machinability, and it can be heat treated to meet a tensile strength of up to 1380 MPa (200 ksi). Aashish Metal and Alloys has gained extensive expertise over the years, implemented robust quality control measures, established reliable sources of material supply, and is dedicated to providing certified BeCu C17300 materials that satisfy the highest standards of quality and performance across the diversified global industry sectors.
- 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
Specification of C17200 Beryllium Copper
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Material Grade | C17300 Beryllium Copper |
| Alternate Names | BeCu C17300, UNS C17300 |
| UNS Number | UNS C17300 |
| ASTM Standard | ASTM B196 / ASTM B197 |
| EN Equivalent | CW102C |
| Product Forms | Rod, Round Bar, Wire, Plate, Sheet, Flat Bar |
| Temper | Heat Treatable / Mill Hardened |
| Tensile Strength | Up to 1380 MPa (200 ksi) |
| Yield Strength | Up to 1170 MPa |
| Electrical Conductivity | Approx. 45–60% IACS |
| Hardness | Rockwell C36–C42 |
| Density | 8.36 g/cm³ |
| Melting Range | 865°C – 955°C |
| Thermal Conductivity | Approx. 105 W/m·K |
| Applications | Electrical Connectors, Aerospace Components, Springs, Welding Electrodes, Precision Instruments |
| Key Features | High Strength, Excellent Conductivity, Corrosion Resistance, Good Machinability |
| Manufacturer & Supplier | Aashish Metal and Alloys |
C17300 Beryllium copper chemical Composition
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| Copper (Cu) | 97.9 |
| Beryllium (Be) | 1.9 |
| Cobalt (Co) | 0.40 |
C17300 Beryllium Copper Properties
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 |
Beryllium Copper C17300 Data Sheet
Other designations equivalent to C17300 beryllium copper include:
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Material Grade | C17300 Beryllium Copper |
| UNS Number | UNS C17300 |
| Alternate Name | BeCu C17300 |
| ASTM Standard | ASTM B196 / ASTM B197 |
| Density | 8.36 g/cm³ |
| Tensile Strength | Up to 1380 MPa |
| Yield Strength | Up to 1170 MPa |
| Hardness | Rockwell C36–C42 |
| Electrical Conductivity | 45–60% IACS |
| Melting Range | 865°C – 955°C |
| Product Forms | Rod, Bar, Sheet, Plate, Wire |
C17300 Beryllium Copper Equivalent Grades
| Standard | Equivalent Grade |
|---|---|
| UNS | C17300 |
| CDA | CDA 173 |
| EN | CW102C |
| ASTM | ASTM B196 |
| DIN | CuBe2Pb |
C17300 Beryllium Copper vs C17200
| Properties | C17300 | C17200 |
|---|---|---|
| Lead Content | Contains Lead | Lead-Free |
| Strength | High | Very High |
| Electrical Conductivity | Excellent | Excellent |
| Application | Precision Machining | Springs & Aerospace |
| Cost | Slightly Lower | Higher |
C17200 Beryllium Copper Sheet
Beryllium Copper Price
| Material | Approx Price |
|---|---|
| Beryllium Copper Rod | ₹2,500 – ₹5,000 per Kg |
| Beryllium Copper Sheet | ₹3,000 – ₹5,500 per Kg |
| Beryllium Copper Plate | ₹3,200 – ₹6,000 per Kg |
| Beryllium Copper Wire | ₹3,500 – ₹6,500 per Kg |
Industrial prices depend on copper market rates, dimensions, hardness, and order quantity.
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.
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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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