Related Specifications
C106/CW024A Copper corresponds to the following designations but may not be a direct equivalent:
- UNS C12200
- ISO Cu-DHP
Properties
Chemical Composition
CW024A
EN 1652
Chemical Element | % Present |
---|---|
Copper (Cu) | 99.90 - 0.00 |
Others (Total) | 0.00 - 0.10 |
Mechanical Properties
Sheet 0.2mm to 15mm thick
EN 1652
Mechanical Property | Value |
---|---|
Proof Stress | 50-340 MPa |
Tensile Strength | 200-360 MPa |
Elongation A50 mm | 50-5 % |
Hardness Vickers | 40 to 110 HV |
General Physical Properties
Physical Property | Value |
---|---|
Density | 8.92 g/cm³ |
Melting Point | 1083 °C |
Thermal Expansion | 16.9 x 10-6/K |
Modulus of Elasticity | 117 GPa |
Thermal Conductivity | 391.2 W/m.K |
Electrical Resistivity | 0.0203 x 10-6 Ω .m |
Applications
- Refrigeration
- Gutters and roofing
- Gas plants
- Hydraulic, air and oil lines
- Air Conditioning and refrigeration
- Heater units and burners tubes
- Plumbing pipe and fittings
Characteristics
- Good thermal conductivity
- Non-magnetic & spark resistant
- Good electrical conductivity
- Good corrosion resistance
- Outstanding formability
- Excellent joining properties
- Ideal for plating and polishing
Additional Information
Weldability
Deoxidation of C106/CW024A improves embrittlement resistance during welding.
Brazing and soldering are both excellent joining methods for C106/CW024A. Gas shielded arc welding is also excellent. Oxyacetylene welding and butt welding are good. Welding methods not recommended include:
- Coated metal arc welding
- Spot welding
- Seam welding
Hot Working
With forging of brass rated as 100, the hot forgeability of C106/CW024A is rated at 65. Hot working temperatures should be between 760 and 870°C
Heat Treatment
Solution treatment or annealing can be done by rapid cooling after heating to 370-650°C.
Corrosion Resistance
Corrosion resistance is either good or excellent in most environments and atmospheres other than those containing ammonia ions.
Cold Working
C106/CW024A has an excellent response to cold working.
Machinability
This alloy has a machinability rating of 20 when Brass CZ121/CW614N is 100.