Copper Alloy C91600-M02 vs C91600-M04
Copper Alloy · C91600 temper comparison
C91600-M02 and C91600-M04 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C91600: M02 (as centrifugally cast) versus M04 (as pressure die cast). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C91600-M04 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 190 MPa (27.6 ksi) against 180 MPa (26.1 ksi) for C91600-M02, about 6% more. In exchange, C91600-M02 is the more ductile: elongation 12% versus 10% for C91600-M04, and C91600-M04 is harder (115 HB vs 105 HB).
C91600-M02Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
C91600-M04Choose it when strength drives the design.
C91600-M02 vs C91600-M04: 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.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 41 GPa5.9 Msi · Bulk Modulus 115 GPa16.7 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.8 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 855°C1,571 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,000°C1,832 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 47 W/m·K27.2 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 377 J/kg·K0.09 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 18 µm/m·K10 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 170 J/g73.1 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 250°C482 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 11 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.57×10⁻⁷ Ω·m6.18 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.31 V · Corrosion Resistance 66 / 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 20 / 100 · Castability 75 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 70 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 55 MJ/kg23,646 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 4 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 220 L/kg26.4 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 40%
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.
C91600-M02 vs C91600-M04 — frequently asked
Is C91600-M04 stronger than C91600-M02?
Yes. C91600-M04 has a typical yield strength of 190 MPa (27.6 ksi) against 180 MPa (26.1 ksi) for C91600-M02 — about 6% more. Tensile strength is 330 MPa (47.9 ksi) vs 320 MPa (46.4 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, M02 or M04?
M07 is the default C91600 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither M02 nor M04). 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.
When should I choose C91600-M02 over C91600-M04?
Pick C91600-M02 when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick C91600-M04 when strength drives the design.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C91600-M02 and C91600-M04 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.