Hard Copper Alloys

Question

The alloying elements added to copper dissolve in the copper matrix or, when needed, form new phases in the copper lattice, enhancing the mechanical properties of copper. For example, elements like chromium, zirconium, and beryllium allow copper alloys to be additionally hardened through precipitation. By using precipitation hardening, or aging, the conductivity and mechanical properties of copper can be elevated.

Hard copper alloys are alloys developed using this hardening mechanism, and they find a wide range of applications.

Accepted Answer

The alloying elements added to copper dissolve in the copper matrix or, when needed, form new phases in the copper lattice, enhancing the mechanical properties of copper. For example, elements like chromium, zirconium, and beryllium allow copper alloys to be additionally hardened through precipitation. By using precipitation hardening, or aging, the conductivity and mechanical properties of copper can be elevated.

Hard copper alloys are alloys developed using this hardening mechanism, and they find a wide range of applications.

Hard Copper Alloys

Cupro B2 CuBe2 UBE2

Cupro CB CuCo2Be

Cupro CNB CuCoNiBe

Cupro MAX CuCrZr

Cupro NB CuNi2Be

Cupro NS (CuNi2SiCr)

Cupro NSH® CuNi3Si

Cupro NSS® CuNi2Si Cr

WHAT ARE HARD COPPER ALLOYS?