C17510 Class 3 Beryllium Copper Alloys
Fabrication Properties
The fabrication properties of beryllium copper alloy C17510 include:
Cold Working
Hot Working
Welding
Forging
Welding processes such as brazing, soldering, gas shielded arc welding, butt welding, seam welding, coated metal arc welding, and spot welding are recommended for C17510 copper alloy. Oxyacetylene welding is not recommended for this alloy. C17510 copper alloys can be hot worked between 648 and 885 degrees Celsius.
C17510 beryllium copper alloys are highly preferred because they offer corrosion resistance, and its copper properties are high performance and high strength.
Class 3 C17510 is a highly recommended alloy for various applications that require exceptional conductivity and strength. It finds specific use in projection welding dies, flash and butt welding dies, current carrying shafts, and bushings.
Compared to Class 2, Class 3 C17510 offers higher strength, making it particularly suitable for highly stressed welder structural current carrying members and heavy-duty offset electrode holders.
In terms of welding applications, Class 3 C17510 is generally recommended for spot welding and seam welding steels, including stainless steel, due to its high electrical resistance. Furthermore, the C17510 Alloy is heat treatable, allowing for further customization and optimization of its properties.
C17510 is commonly utilized in applications that demand excellent conductivity of both temperature and electricity. It exhibits an ultimate tensile strength of 140 ksi and a hardness of RB 100. The electrical conductivity of C17510 is approximately 45-60% of regular copper.
In summary, Class 3 C17510 is a versatile alloy that excels in applications requiring high conductivity and strength. Its recommended uses include welding dies, current carrying components, and heavy-duty electrode holders. Additionally, it is well-suited for spot welding and seam welding steels, particularly stainless steel. Its heat treatability further enhances its versatility.
