Copper Alloy C46500-H06 vs C46500-M30
Copper Alloy · C46500 temper comparison
C46500-H06 and C46500-M30 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C46500: H06 (extra hard) versus M30 (as hot extruded). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C46500-H06 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) against 170 MPa (24.7 ksi) for C46500-M30, about 176% more; tensile strength follows at 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) vs 380 MPa (55.1 ksi). In exchange, C46500-M30 is the more ductile: elongation 40% versus 10% for C46500-H06, and C46500-H06 is harder (175 HB vs 92 HB). C46500-M30 runs hotter in service (200°C vs 140°C continuous).
C46500-H06Choose it when strength drives the design.
C46500-M30Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
C46500-H06 vs C46500-M30: 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)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Shear Modulus 38 GPa5.5 Msi · Bulk Modulus 112 GPa16.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.41 g/cm³0.3 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 885°C1,625 °F · Liquidus Temperature 900°C1,652 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 116 W/m·K67 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 376 J/kg·K0.09 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 21.2 µm/m·K11.8 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 170 J/g73.1 BTU/lb · 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
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Castability 55 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 88 / 100 · Polishability 80 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 58 MJ/kg24,936 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 3.6 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 320 L/kg38.3 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.
C46500-H06 vs C46500-M30 — frequently asked
Is C46500-H06 stronger than C46500-M30?
Yes. C46500-H06 has a typical yield strength of 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) against 170 MPa (24.7 ksi) for C46500-M30 — about 176% more. Tensile strength is 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) vs 380 MPa (55.1 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H06 or M30?
M20 is the default C46500 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither H06 nor M30). 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, C46500-H06 or C46500-M30?
C46500-H06. Its machinability rates fair (38/100) against poor (32/100) for C46500-M30; for welding the order is C46500-M30 first (fair, 45/100) then C46500-H06 (fair, 38/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C46500-H06 and C46500-M30 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.