Copper Alloy C82400-M vs C82400-TF00
Copper Alloy · C82400 temper comparison
C82400-M and C82400-TF00 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C82400: M (thermomechanically controlled processed) versus TF00 (solution heat treated and precipitation hardened). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C82400-TF00 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 895 MPa (130 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for C82400-M, about 3.7 times as much; tensile strength follows at 1,035 MPa (150 ksi) vs 500 MPa (72.5 ksi). In exchange, C82400-M is the more ductile: elongation 20% versus 1.5% for C82400-TF00, and C82400-TF00 is harder (340 HB vs 105 HB). C82400-TF00 runs hotter in service (230°C vs 150°C continuous) and C82400-TF00 conducts heat better (105 W/m·K vs 80 W/m·K). On the shop floor, C82400-M machines more easily (50 vs 40 out of 100) and C82400-M welds better (good vs fair).
C82400-MChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part is machined in volume.
C82400-TF00Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
C82400-M vs C82400-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.
Shear Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Hardness, Brinell
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 128 GPa18.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 110 GPa16 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3 · Compressive Strength 950 MPa138 ksi · Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT) 5 J3.7 ft·lbf · Hardness, Rockwell C 38 HRC · Hardness, Vickers 375 HV
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Melting Point (Solidus)
Liquidus Temperature
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 419 J/kg·K0.1 BTU/lb·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 205 J/g88.1 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) -0.2 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Weldability
Castability
Brazeability / Solderability
Polishability
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 30% · Formability (cold) 10 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Typical Recycled Content
Same in both: Embodied Water 350 L/kg41.9 gal/lb
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.
C82400-M vs C82400-TF00 — frequently asked
Is C82400-TF00 stronger than C82400-M?
Yes. C82400-TF00 has a typical yield strength of 895 MPa (130 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for C82400-M — about 3.7 times as much. Tensile strength is 1,035 MPa (150 ksi) vs 500 MPa (72.5 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, M or TF00?
TF00 is the default C82400 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, C82400-M or C82400-TF00?
C82400-M, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 50/100 against 40/100 for C82400-TF00; for welding the order is C82400-M first (good, 55/100) then C82400-TF00 (fair, 45/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C82400-M and C82400-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.