Copper Alloy C62580-M11 vs C62580-O60
Copper Alloy · C62580 temper comparison
C62580-M11 and C62580-O60 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C62580: M11 (as forged and quenched) versus O60 (soft annealed). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C62580-M11 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 414 MPa (60 ksi) against 350 MPa (50.8 ksi) for C62580-O60, about 18% more; tensile strength follows at 758 MPa (110 ksi) vs 700 MPa (102 ksi). In exchange, C62580-O60 is the more ductile: elongation 8% versus 6% for C62580-M11, and C62580-M11 is harder (235 HB vs 217 HB).
C62580-M11Choose it when strength drives the design.
C62580-O60Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
C62580-M11 vs C62580-O60: 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
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 110 GPa16 Msi · Shear Modulus 42 GPa6.1 Msi · Bulk Modulus 105 GPa15.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.32 · Hardness, Rockwell C 22 HRC
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.25 g/cm³0.26 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,027°C1,881 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,046°C1,915 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 42 W/m·K24.3 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 375 J/kg·K0.09 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 16.2 µm/m·K9 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 220 J/g94.6 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 300°C572 °F · Min Service Temperature -200°C-328 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 7.5 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 2.3×10⁻⁷ Ω·m9.06 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.27 V · Corrosion Resistance 70 / 100
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 30 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 58 MJ/kg24,936 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 3.8 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 320 L/kg38.3 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.
C62580-M11 vs C62580-O60 — frequently asked
Is C62580-M11 stronger than C62580-O60?
Yes. C62580-M11 has a typical yield strength of 414 MPa (60 ksi) against 350 MPa (50.8 ksi) for C62580-O60 — about 18% more. Tensile strength is 758 MPa (110 ksi) vs 700 MPa (102 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, M11 or O60?
M30 is the default C62580 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither M11 nor O60). 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 C62580-M11 over C62580-O60?
Pick C62580-M11 when strength drives the design. Pick C62580-O60 when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C62580-M11 and C62580-O60 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.