Copper Alloy C70600-H02 vs C70600-H08
Copper Alloy · C70600 temper comparison
C70600-H02 and C70600-H08 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C70600: H02 (half hard) versus H08 (spring hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C70600-H08 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 515 MPa (74.7 ksi) against 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) for C70600-H02, about 36% more; tensile strength follows at 545 MPa (79 ksi) vs 415 MPa (60.2 ksi). In exchange, C70600-H02 is the more ductile: elongation 10% versus 3% for C70600-H08, and C70600-H08 is harder (170 HB vs 125 HB). C70600-H02 runs hotter in service (300°C vs 200°C continuous).
C70600-H02Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
C70600-H08Choose it when strength drives the design.
C70600-H02 vs C70600-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
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 124 GPa18 Msi · Shear Modulus 47 GPa6.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 130 GPa18.9 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33 · Reduction in Area 60%
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.94 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,100°C2,012 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,145°C2,093 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 377 J/kg·K0.09 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 17 µm/m·K9.4 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 200 J/g86 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -195°C-319 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Same in both: Electrical Resistivity 1.82×10⁻⁷ Ω·m7.17 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.28 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 %) 20% · Castability 45 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 88 / 100 · Polishability 80 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 75 MJ/kg32,244 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 5.2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 320 L/kg38.3 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.
C70600-H02 vs C70600-H08 — frequently asked
Is C70600-H08 stronger than C70600-H02?
Yes. C70600-H08 has a typical yield strength of 515 MPa (74.7 ksi) against 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) for C70600-H02 — about 36% more. Tensile strength is 545 MPa (79 ksi) vs 415 MPa (60.2 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H02 or H08?
OS050 is the default C70600 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither H02 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.
Which is easier to machine, C70600-H02 or C70600-H08?
C70600-H08, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 45/100 against 38/100 for C70600-H02; for welding the order is C70600-H02 first (excellent, 85/100) then C70600-H08 (very good, 78/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C70600-H02 and C70600-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.