Copper Alloy C18200-TF00 vs C18200-TH02
Copper Alloy · C18200 temper comparison
C18200-TF00 and C18200-TH02 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C18200: TF00 (solution heat treated and precipitation hardened) versus TH02 (TD02 and precipitation hardened). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C18200-TH02 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 427 MPa (61.9 ksi) against 372 MPa (54 ksi) for C18200-TF00, about 15% more; tensile strength follows at 496 MPa (71.9 ksi) vs 448 MPa (65 ksi). In exchange, C18200-TF00 is the more ductile: elongation 22% versus 18% for C18200-TH02, and C18200-TH02 is harder (140 HB vs 120 HB).
C18200-TF00Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
C18200-TH02Choose it when strength drives the design.
C18200-TF00 vs C18200-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.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
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 133 GPa19.3 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.89 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,070°C1,958 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,080°C1,976 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
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 · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 400°C752 °F · Min Service Temperature -200°C-328 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 82 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 2.1×10⁻⁸ Ω·m0.827 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.3 V · Corrosion Resistance 62 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Machinability 40 / 100 · Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 60% · Weldability 30 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 75 / 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) 3.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 350 L/kg41.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 30%
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.
C18200-TF00 vs C18200-TH02 — frequently asked
Is C18200-TH02 stronger than C18200-TF00?
Yes. C18200-TH02 has a typical yield strength of 427 MPa (61.9 ksi) against 372 MPa (54 ksi) for C18200-TF00 — about 15% more. Tensile strength is 496 MPa (71.9 ksi) vs 448 MPa (65 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, TF00 or TH02?
H is the default C18200 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither TF00 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.
When should I choose C18200-TF00 over C18200-TH02?
Pick C18200-TF00 when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick C18200-TH02 when strength drives the design.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C18200-TF00 and C18200-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.