Wholesale C17300 Copper Alloy Suppliers, Exporters

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Wholesale C17300 Copper Alloy Suppliers, Exporters

C17300 beryllium copper is a high-performance precipitation-hardening copper alloy. It is made by adding a small amount of lead to C17200 to enhance the material's cutting performance, while maintaining excellent strength and conductivity. This material is widely used in precision industrial fields where high requirements are placed on strength, wear resistance, and processing efficiency.

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Product Description

📊1. Chemical Composition

Element	Content (%)
Beryllium (Be)	1.8 - 2.2
Lead (Pb)	0.2 - 0.6
Cobalt (Co) + Nickel (Ni)	≥ 0.2
Copper (Cu)	Remainder

⚙️2. Physical Properties

Project	Values
Density	8.3 g/cm³
Elastic Modulus	128 GPa
Thermal Conductivity	105 W/(m·K)
Melting Point Range	870–980 ℃

⚡3. Main Performance Characteristics

✔ High strength and high hardness

✔ Excellent electrical conductivity

✔ Outstanding cutting performance

✔ Good wear resistance and fatigue resistance

✔ Superior corrosion resistance

🚀4. Application Fields

✦ Precision electronic connectors and pins

✦ Aerospace components

✦ Key components in the automotive industry

✦ Elastic elements and wear-resistant parts

✦ High-speed automatic lathe processing parts

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the primary benefit of adding Lead (Pb) to Beryllium Copper? The addition of lead significantly improves the machinability of the alloy, making it ideal for high-speed automatic lathe processing and precision components.

Q2: How does C17300 compare to other copper alloys in terms of strength? C17300 offers one of the highest strengths among all copper-based alloys, combined with excellent hardness and fatigue resistance after heat treatment.

Q3: Is C17300 suitable for electrical applications? Yes, it maintains excellent electrical conductivity, which makes it a preferred choice for high-performance electronic connectors and conductive springs.

Q4: Can this material withstand corrosive environments? Beryllium copper naturally forms a protective oxide layer, providing good corrosion resistance in most industrial and marine environments.

Q5: What are the typical thermal properties of C17300? It has a high thermal conductivity of approximately 105 W/(m·K), allowing for efficient heat dissipation in demanding mechanical and electronic parts.

Q6: In which industries is C17300 most commonly used? It is widely utilized in the aerospace, automotive, telecommunications, and high-end electronics manufacturing industries.