Copper Alloy C17510-TD04 vs C17510-TH02
Copper Alloy · C17510 temper comparison
C17510-TD04 and C17510-TH02 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C17510: TD04 (solution heat treated and cold worked, full hard) versus TH02 (TD02 and precipitation hardened). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C17510-TH02 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 690 MPa (100 ksi) against 500 MPa (72.5 ksi) for C17510-TD04, about 38% more; tensile strength follows at 795 MPa (115 ksi) vs 570 MPa (82.7 ksi). C17510-TH02 is the more ductile: elongation 12% versus 8% for C17510-TD04, and C17510-TH02 is harder (230 HB vs 150 HB). C17510-TH02 is stiffer (138 GPa vs 131 GPa) and C17510-TH02 runs hotter in service (350°C vs 150°C continuous).
C17510-TH02Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
C17510-TD04 vs C17510-TH02: 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.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 53 GPa7.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 115 GPa16.7 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.75 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,000°C1,832 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,070°C1,958 °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 418 J/kg·K0.1 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 17.6 µm/m·K9.8 µin/in·°F · Min Service Temperature -200°C-328 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.2 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Castability 45 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 70 / 100 · Polishability 80 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 65 MJ/kg27,945 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 4.6 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 250 L/kg30 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 25%
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.
C17510-TD04 vs C17510-TH02 — frequently asked
Is C17510-TH02 stronger than C17510-TD04?
Yes. C17510-TH02 has a typical yield strength of 690 MPa (100 ksi) against 500 MPa (72.5 ksi) for C17510-TD04 — about 38% more. Tensile strength is 795 MPa (115 ksi) vs 570 MPa (82.7 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, TD04 or TH02?
A is the default C17510 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither TD04 nor TH02). 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 welds better, C17510-TD04 or C17510-TH02?
C17510-TH02. Its weldability rates good (55/100) against fair (50/100) for C17510-TD04.
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C17510-TD04 and C17510-TH02 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.