Copper Alloy C14510-H02 vs C14510-M20
Copper Alloy · C14510 temper comparison
C14510-H02 and C14510-M20 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C14510: H02 (half hard) versus M20 (as hot rolled). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C14510-H02 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) against 85 MPa (12.3 ksi) for C14510-M20, about 194% more; tensile strength follows at 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) vs 230 MPa (33.4 ksi). In exchange, C14510-M20 is the more ductile: elongation 45% versus 20% for C14510-H02, and C14510-H02 is harder (78 HB vs 50 HB). C14510-H02 runs hotter in service (200°C vs 180°C continuous).
C14510-H02Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
C14510-M20Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
C14510-H02 vs C14510-M20: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all copper alloy grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all copper alloy grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 117 GPa17 Msi · Shear Modulus 44 GPa6.4 Msi · Bulk Modulus 140 GPa20.3 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.94 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,051°C1,924 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,075°C1,967 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 385 J/kg·K0.09 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 17.6 µm/m·K9.8 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 205 J/g88.1 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.22 V · Corrosion Resistance 62 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Weldability 25 / 100 · Castability 40 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 88 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 57 MJ/kg24,506 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 3.8 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 250 L/kg30 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 35%
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every copper alloy grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
C14510-H02 vs C14510-M20 — frequently asked
Is C14510-H02 stronger than C14510-M20?
Yes. C14510-H02 has a typical yield strength of 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) against 85 MPa (12.3 ksi) for C14510-M20 — about 194% more. Tensile strength is 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) vs 230 MPa (33.4 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H02 or M20?
H04 is the default C14510 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither H02 nor M20). The other condition is available on request or by drawing note — specify it in the material field or the part notes and the quote is priced for it.
Which is easier to machine, C14510-H02 or C14510-M20?
C14510-H02. Its machinability rates excellent (87/100) against very good (80/100) for C14510-M20.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C14510-H02 and C14510-M20 side by side — material, machining time, tolerance and finish in one quote. Certified material data ships with the order on request.
Typical handbook values for the conditions named above, normalised for comparison. Hardness on non-Brinell scales is converted approximately for charting only. Request certified data with your order for design-critical properties.