Copper Alloy C95500 vs ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2
Copper Alloy · grade comparison
Copper Alloy C95500 and ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2 are both copper alloy grades. ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 320 MPa (46.4 ksi) against 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) for C95500, about 7% more. ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2 is the more ductile: elongation 22% versus 8% for C95500, and C95500 is harder (192 HB vs 180 HB). ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2 is stiffer (120 GPa vs 110 GPa) and C95500 conducts heat better (42 W/m·K vs 12 W/m·K). On the shop floor, ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2 sits in a lower cost tier (high, $$$$) than C95500 (specialty, $$$$$).
ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
C95500 vs ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2: 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
Shear Modulus
Bulk Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Reduction in Area
Hardness, Rockwell C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Poisson's Ratio 0.32 · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 50 MPa·√m45.5 ksi·√in
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Melting Point (Solidus)
Liquidus Temperature
Same in both: Density 7.53 g/cm³0.27 lb/in³
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Latent Heat of Fusion
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 419 J/kg·K0.1 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 16.2 µm/m·K9 µin/in·°F · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 300°C572 °F · Min Service Temperature -100°C-148 °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) -0.28 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Formability (cold)
Brazeability / Solderability
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 50% · Weldability 60 / 100 · Castability 75 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Typical Recycled Content
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Thermal Shock Resistance Index
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.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | C95500 | ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2 |
|---|---|---|
| CNC machining | Yes | — |
| Default condition | As Cast | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$$ Specialty | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | 0.8 mm | — |
| Best machined surface | Ra 1.6 µm | — |
| Chrome Plating | Yes | — |
| Electropolishing | Yes | — |
| Nickel Plating | Yes | — |
| Painting | Yes | — |
| Tin Plating | Yes | — |
They share 4 finishes: Copper Plating, Electroless Nickel (EN), Gold Plating, Silver Plating.
C95500 vs ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2 — frequently asked
Is ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2 stronger than C95500?
Yes. ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2 has a typical yield strength of 320 MPa (46.4 ksi) against 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) for C95500 — about 7% more. Tensile strength is 690 MPa (100 ksi) vs 700 MPa (102 ksi).
Which is cheaper, C95500 or ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2?
ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2 is the lower-cost material: it sits in the high tier ($$$$) while C95500 is specialty ($$$$$). Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
Which is easier to machine, C95500 or ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2?
ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 45/100 against 40/100 for C95500.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C95500 and ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2 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.