Copper Alloy C73100-H02 vs C73100-H04
Copper Alloy · C73100 temper comparison
C73100-H02 and C73100-H04 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C73100: H02 (half hard) versus H04 (full hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C73100-H04 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) against 345 MPa (50 ksi) for C73100-H02, about 30% more; tensile strength follows at 525 MPa (76.1 ksi) vs 450 MPa (65.3 ksi). In exchange, C73100-H02 is the more ductile: elongation 15% versus 5% for C73100-H04, and C73100-H04 is harder (165 HV vs 135 HV). C73100-H02 runs hotter in service (200°C vs 180°C continuous).
C73100-H02Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
C73100-H04Choose it when strength drives the design.
C73100-H02 vs C73100-H04: 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, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 125 GPa18.1 Msi · Shear Modulus 47 GPa6.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 125 GPa18.1 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.73 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,040°C1,904 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,080°C1,976 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 45 W/m·K26 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 377 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 205 J/g88.1 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -200°C-328 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 10 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.72×10⁻⁷ Ω·m6.77 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.22 V · Corrosion Resistance 60 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Weldability 55 / 100 · Castability 40 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 85 / 100 · Polishability 90 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 65 MJ/kg27,945 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 4.6 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 350 L/kg41.9 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.
C73100-H02 vs C73100-H04 — frequently asked
Is C73100-H04 stronger than C73100-H02?
Yes. C73100-H04 has a typical yield strength of 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) against 345 MPa (50 ksi) for C73100-H02 — about 30% more. Tensile strength is 525 MPa (76.1 ksi) vs 450 MPa (65.3 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H02 or H04?
H02 is the default C73100 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, C73100-H02 or C73100-H04?
C73100-H04, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 40/100 against 35/100 for C73100-H02.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C73100-H02 and C73100-H04 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.