Copper Alloy C96600-TB00 vs C96600-TF00
Copper Alloy · C96600 temper comparison
C96600-TB00 and C96600-TF00 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C96600: TB00 (solution heat treated) versus TF00 (solution heat treated and precipitation hardened). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C96600-TF00 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 585 MPa (84.8 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for C96600-TB00, about 144% more; tensile strength follows at 760 MPa (110 ksi) vs 505 MPa (73.2 ksi). In exchange, C96600-TB00 is the more ductile: elongation 20% versus 5% for C96600-TF00, and C96600-TF00 is harder (285 HB vs 135 HB). C96600-TF00 conducts heat better (42 W/m·K vs 30 W/m·K).
C96600-TB00Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
C96600-TF00Choose it when strength drives the design.
C96600-TB00 vs C96600-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.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 150 GPa21.8 Msi · Shear Modulus 57 GPa8.3 Msi · Bulk Modulus 132 GPa19.1 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.32 · Shear Strength 480 MPa69.6 ksi · Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit) 240 MPa34.8 ksi · Hardness, Rockwell C 30 HRC · Hardness, Vickers 300 HV
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.8 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,170°C2,138 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,235°C2,255 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 380 J/kg·K0.09 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 16 µm/m·K8.9 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 210 J/g90.3 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 330°C626 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Same in both: Electrical Resistivity 2.9×10⁻⁷ Ω·m11.4 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.26 V · Corrosion Resistance 78 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Machinability 28 / 100 · Weldability 35 / 100 · Castability 60 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 50 / 100 · Polishability 80 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 95 MJ/kg40,843 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 7.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 300 L/kg35.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 30%
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.
C96600-TB00 vs C96600-TF00 — frequently asked
Is C96600-TF00 stronger than C96600-TB00?
Yes. C96600-TF00 has a typical yield strength of 585 MPa (84.8 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for C96600-TB00 — about 144% more. Tensile strength is 760 MPa (110 ksi) vs 505 MPa (73.2 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, TB00 or TF00?
TF00 is the default C96600 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.
When should I choose C96600-TB00 over C96600-TF00?
Pick C96600-TB00 when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick C96600-TF00 when strength drives the design.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C96600-TB00 and C96600-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.