Copper Alloy C63280-M30 vs C63280-TF00
Copper Alloy · C63280 temper comparison
C63280-M30 and C63280-TF00 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C63280: M30 (as hot extruded) versus TF00 (solution heat treated and precipitation hardened). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C63280-TF00 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 580 MPa (84.1 ksi) against 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) for C63280-M30, about 23% more; tensile strength follows at 855 MPa (124 ksi) vs 790 MPa (115 ksi). In exchange, C63280-M30 is the more ductile: elongation 15% versus 10% for C63280-TF00, and C63280-TF00 is harder (260 HB vs 225 HB). On the shop floor, C63280-M30 welds better (very good vs good).
C63280-M30Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when it will be welded.
C63280-TF00Choose it when strength drives the design.
C63280-M30 vs C63280-TF00: 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
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Rockwell C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 117 GPa17 Msi · Shear Modulus 44 GPa6.4 Msi · Bulk Modulus 110 GPa16 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.32
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.58 g/cm³0.27 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,040°C1,904 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,060°C1,940 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 419 J/kg·K0.1 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.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.25 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: Brazeability / Solderability 35 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 65 MJ/kg27,945 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 4.5 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.
C63280-M30 vs C63280-TF00 — frequently asked
Is C63280-TF00 stronger than C63280-M30?
Yes. C63280-TF00 has a typical yield strength of 580 MPa (84.1 ksi) against 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) for C63280-M30 — about 23% more. Tensile strength is 855 MPa (124 ksi) vs 790 MPa (115 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, M30 or TF00?
M30 is the default C63280 condition in the FabDigit quote flow. 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, C63280-M30 or C63280-TF00?
C63280-M30, by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 30/100 against 25/100 for C63280-TF00; for welding the order is C63280-M30 first (very good, 70/100) then C63280-TF00 (good, 60/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C63280-M30 and C63280-TF00 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.