Copper Alloy C96400 vs CC383H
Copper Alloy · grade comparison
Copper Alloy C96400 and CC383H are both copper alloy grades. CC383H is the stronger of the two: yield strength 290 MPa (42.1 ksi) against 265 MPa (38.4 ksi) for C96400, about 9% more. In exchange, C96400 is the more ductile: elongation 25% versus 22% for CC383H.
C96400Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
CC383HChoose it when strength drives the design.
C96400 vs CC383H: 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
Bulk Modulus
Poisson's Ratio
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Same in both: Shear Modulus 57 GPa8.3 Msi · Tensile Strength (Ultimate) 480 MPa69.6 ksi · Reduction in Area 25% · Shear Strength 300 MPa43.5 ksi · Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit) 150 MPa21.8 ksi · Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT) 45 J33.2 ft·lbf · Hardness, Brinell 140 HB · Hardness, Rockwell B 77 HRB · Hardness, Vickers 145 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)
Latent Heat of Fusion
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 377 J/kg·K0.09 BTU/lb·°F · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 300°C572 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)
Corrosion Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Formability (cold)
Castability
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 20% · Weldability 80 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 70 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Same in both: Typical Recycled Content 35%
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Same in both: Specific Strength (UTS / density) 54 kN·m/kg · Thermal Shock Resistance Index 6
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 | C96400 | CC383H |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
Both take the same 4 finishes: Copper Plating, Electroless Nickel (EN), Gold Plating, Silver Plating.
C96400 vs CC383H — frequently asked
Is CC383H stronger than C96400?
Yes. CC383H has a typical yield strength of 290 MPa (42.1 ksi) against 265 MPa (38.4 ksi) for C96400 — about 9% more. Tensile strength is 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) vs 480 MPa (69.6 ksi).
Which is cheaper, C96400 or CC383H?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which is easier to machine, C96400 or CC383H?
CC383H, by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 32/100 against 25/100 for C96400.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C96400 and CC383H 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.