Product Introduction: Dive into the world of precision with our C17200 / C17300 / C17500 Beryllium Copper Rod & Sheet. These alloys are engineered for excellence, ensuring top-tier performance in your most demanding applications.
(High-Performance Alloys for Demanding Applications)
Product Overview
Beryllium Copper (CuBe) alloys C17200, C17300, and C17500 stand as the pinnacle of copper-based material engineering. Celebrated for their unparalleled strength, outstanding electrical conductivity, and remarkable fatigue resistance, these alloys are the material of choice for critical components in the electronics, automotive, and aerospace sectors. Available in rods (Ø 5mm-150mm) and sheets with thicknesses ranging from 0.1mm to 6.0mm, each product is meticulously crafted to adhere to the rigorous standards of ASTM, EN, JIS, and GB.
Key Parameters & Grades
| Property / Grade |
C17200 |
C17300 |
C17500 |
| Composition |
Cu + 1.8-2.0% Be + Co/Ni |
Cu + 1.8-2.0% Be + 0.2-0.6% Pb |
Cu + 0.4-0.7% Be + 2.4-2.7% Co |
| Tensile Strength (MPa) |
1200-1400 (Aged) |
1000-1200 (Aged) |
800-1000 (Aged) |
| Hardness (HRC) |
38-42 |
32-36 |
28-32 |
| Conductivity (%IACS) |
22-28 |
18-22 |
30-45 |
| Key Int'l Standards |
ASTM B196, EN CuBe2, JIS C1720, GB QBe2 |
ASTM B173, EN CuBePb, JIS C1730 |
ASTM B441, EN CuCoBe, JIS C1751, GB QBe0.4-1.8 |
Applications by Industry
| Industry |
C17200 |
C17300 |
C17500 |
| Electronics |
5G RF connectors, IC sockets |
Precision machined contacts |
High-voltage relay springs |
| Automotive |
ABS sensor springs |
Fuel injector pins |
EV battery terminals |
| Aerospace |
Aircraft bearing cages |
Hydraulic valve seats |
Satellite antenna components |
| Industrial Tools |
Explosion-proof tools |
CNC-machined connectors |
Mold inserts for plastics |
| Energy |
Oil drilling valve springs |
*** components |
Solar panel busbars |
Processing & Safety
- Machinability:
- C17300, enriched with Pb, sets a new standard in CNC turning/milling, achieving a surface finish of Ra < 1.6 μm effortlessly.
- For C17200 and C17500, the use of carbide tools is essential for achieving precision cutting.
- Heat Treatment:
- Embark on superior solution annealing at 760-790°C, followed by rapid cooling for optimal results.
- Aging: Achieve peak hardness through aging at 315-345°C for a duration of 2-3 hours.
- Safety Compliance:
- Adhere to OSHA standards for handling with Be dust control maintained below 0.2 μg/m³, ensuring safety at every step.
- Our products comply with RoHS/REACH exemptions for Pb in C17300, in line with the stringent EU Directive 2011/65/EU.
Company Reference
Jiangyin Hehong Precision Technology (HHP COPPER / Jiangyin New Huahong Copper Industry Co., Ltd.) shines as part of the esteemed Huahong Group (A-STOCK: 002645.SZ). Nestled near the dynamic city of Shanghai, we are recognized as leaders in manufacturing superior Copper Alloy products across Eastern China.
Our specialization is anchored in producing premium copper and copper alloy materials, includingadmiralty brass/naval brass, aluminum brass, cupronickel/copper nickelcondenser tubes, high-efficiency heat exchange tubes, expansive large-diameter copper nickel pipes, first-class copper alloy forged flanges, refined oxygen-free copper products, and cutting-edge railway ground cables. With an impressive annual production capability exceeding 30,000 tons, our exceptional products are indispensable across key industries such as seawater desalination, nuclear power, petrochemicals, marine engineering, steam turbines, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, central air-conditioning systems, household appliances, and railway transit.
Additionally, we proudly contribute as authors of the National Standard for seamless copper alloy tubes and pipes, employed in the Nuclear Powersector, demonstrating our unwavering devotion to innovation and quality excellence!
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