Copper Alloy C23000-H03 vs C23000-H08
Copper Alloy · C23000 temper comparison
C23000-H03 and C23000-H08 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C23000: H03 (three-quarter hard) versus H08 (spring hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C23000-H08 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 430 MPa (62.4 ksi) against 325 MPa (47.1 ksi) for C23000-H03, about 32% more; tensile strength follows at 525 MPa (76.1 ksi) vs 380 MPa (55.1 ksi). In exchange, C23000-H03 is the more ductile: elongation 12% versus 3% for C23000-H08, and C23000-H08 is harder (150 HB vs 105 HB).
C23000-H03Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
C23000-H08Choose it when strength drives the design.
C23000-H03 vs C23000-H08: 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)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 117 GPa17 Msi · Shear Modulus 44 GPa6.4 Msi · Bulk Modulus 120 GPa17.4 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.75 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 990°C1,814 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,025°C1,877 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 159 W/m·K91.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 377 J/kg·K0.09 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 18.7 µm/m·K10.4 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 195 J/g83.8 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 150°C302 °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) -0.27 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 30% · Castability 40 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 92 / 100 · Polishability 88 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 62 MJ/kg26,655 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 4 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 260 L/kg31.2 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 45%
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.
C23000-H03 vs C23000-H08 — frequently asked
Is C23000-H08 stronger than C23000-H03?
Yes. C23000-H08 has a typical yield strength of 430 MPa (62.4 ksi) against 325 MPa (47.1 ksi) for C23000-H03 — about 32% more. Tensile strength is 525 MPa (76.1 ksi) vs 380 MPa (55.1 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H03 or H08?
OS050 is the default C23000 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither H03 nor H08). 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 C23000-H03 over C23000-H08?
Pick C23000-H03 when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick C23000-H08 when strength drives the design.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C23000-H03 and C23000-H08 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.