C17200 Copper (CDA 172)
Short Description:
C17200 is also known as Alloy 25 and is the most commonly utilized beryllium copper alloy and is notable for exhibiting the highest strength and hardness compared to commercial copper alloys. Its strength and hardness is similar to that of steel. C17200 copper's ultimate tensile and Rockwell hardness properties in a peak aged condition are in the 200 ksi range and RC 45 respectively (electrical conductivity 22% IACS minimum).

| Technical Specifications: Copper, Bronze & Brass Sheet / Plate | |||
| Parameter | Copper Sheet / Plate (C11000 / C12200) | Bronze Sheet / Plate (C51000 / C65500) | Brass Sheet / Plate (C26000 / C28000) |
| Material Type | Electrolytic Tough Pitch (ETP) / Phosphorus Deoxidized | Phosphor Bronze / Silicon Bronze | Cartridge Brass / Muntz Metal |
| Standard | ASTM B152 / B11 | ASTM B103 / B96 | ASTM B36 / B19 |
| Thickness Range | 0.016" to 2" (0.4 mm to 50 mm) | 0.016" to 1" (0.4 mm to 25 mm) | 0.016" to 2" (0.4 mm to 50 mm) |
| Width Range | 12" to 48" (305 mm to 1220 mm) | 12" to 36" (305 mm to 915 mm) | 12" to 48" (305 mm to 1220 mm) |
| Length | 48" to 144" (1.2 m to 3.6 m) | 48" to 120" (1.2 m to 3.0 m) | 48" to 120" (1.2 m to 3.0 m) |
| Temper Condition | Soft (O60), Half-Hard (H58), Hard (H80) | Soft (O60), Half-Hard (H02), Spring (H08) | Soft (O60), Half-Hard (H02), Hard (H04) |
| Tensile Strength (Ultimate) | 30 – 38 ksi (210 – 260 MPa) | 47 – 90 ksi (325 – 620 MPa) | 48 – 60 ksi (330 – 415 MPa) |
| Yield Strength (0.5% Ext.) | 10 – 30 ksi (70 – 205 MPa) | 18 – 80 ksi (125 – 550 MPa) | 20 – 45 ksi (140 – 310 MPa) |
| Corrosion Resistance | Excellent | Excellent (marine / saltwater) | Good (moderate) |
| Typical Applications | Bus bars, roofing, gaskets, heat exchangers, electrical components | Bellows, springs, marine hardware, chemical equipment, welding mesh | Radiator cores, decorative trim, architectural panels, musical instruments, ammunition casings |







