Copper Alloy C82600-M vs C82600-M01
Copper Alloy · C82600 temper comparison
C82600-M and C82600-M01 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C82600: M (thermomechanically controlled processed) versus M01 (as sand cast). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C82600-M is the stronger of the two: yield strength 345 MPa (50 ksi) against 310 MPa (45 ksi) for C82600-M01, about 11% more. C82600-M is the more ductile: elongation 1.5% versus 1% for C82600-M01, and C82600-M01 is harder (250 HB vs 200 HB). C82600-M01 runs hotter in service (180°C vs 150°C continuous) and C82600-M01 conducts heat better (85 W/m·K vs 70 W/m·K). On the shop floor, C82600-M machines more easily (good vs poor) and C82600-M01 welds better (fair vs poor).
C82600-MChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
C82600-M01Choose it when the part sees heat, or when it will be welded.
C82600-M vs C82600-M01: 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
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell C
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 124 GPa18 Msi · Bulk Modulus 115 GPa16.7 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3 · Compressive Strength 1,200 MPa174 ksi · Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit) 170 MPa24.7 ksi · Hardness, Vickers 420 HV
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Melting Point (Solidus)
Same in both: Density 8.23 g/cm³0.3 lb/in³ · Liquidus Temperature 954°C1,749 °F
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 · Min Service Temperature -200°C-328 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.25 V · Corrosion Resistance 65 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Castability
Brazeability / Solderability
Polishability
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 95 MJ/kg40,843 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 6.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 300 L/kg35.9 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.
C82600-M vs C82600-M01 — frequently asked
Is C82600-M stronger than C82600-M01?
Yes. C82600-M has a typical yield strength of 345 MPa (50 ksi) against 310 MPa (45 ksi) for C82600-M01 — about 11% more. Tensile strength is 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) vs 620 MPa (89.9 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, M or M01?
TF00 is the default C82600 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither M nor M01). 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, C82600-M or C82600-M01?
C82600-M. Its machinability rates good (55/100) against poor (30/100) for C82600-M01; for welding the order is C82600-M01 first (fair, 40/100) then C82600-M (poor, 30/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C82600-M and C82600-M01 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.