Copper Alloy C96800-M01 vs C96800-TB00
Copper Alloy · C96800 temper comparison
C96800-M01 and C96800-TB00 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C96800: M01 (as sand cast) versus TB00 (solution heat treated). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C96800-M01 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 310 MPa (45 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for C96800-TB00, about 29% more; tensile strength follows at 500 MPa (72.5 ksi) vs 470 MPa (68.2 ksi). In exchange, C96800-TB00 is the more ductile: elongation 25% versus 12% for C96800-M01, and C96800-M01 is harder (170 HB vs 140 HB). C96800-M01 runs hotter in service (200°C vs 150°C continuous) and C96800-M01 conducts heat better (35 W/m·K vs 29 W/m·K). On the shop floor, C96800-M01 machines more easily (good vs fair).
C96800-M01Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
C96800-TB00Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
C96800-M01 vs C96800-TB00: 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
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 53 GPa7.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 117 GPa17 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.31 · Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit) 180 MPa26.1 ksi · Hardness, Rockwell C 30 HRC
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.9 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,030°C1,886 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,100°C2,012 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 380 J/kg·K0.09 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 16.5 µm/m·K9.2 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 210 J/g90.3 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °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) -0.25 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Castability 60 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 65 / 100 · Polishability 80 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 72 MJ/kg30,954 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 5.2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 320 L/kg38.3 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 25%
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.
C96800-M01 vs C96800-TB00 — frequently asked
Is C96800-M01 stronger than C96800-TB00?
Yes. C96800-M01 has a typical yield strength of 310 MPa (45 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for C96800-TB00 — about 29% more. Tensile strength is 500 MPa (72.5 ksi) vs 470 MPa (68.2 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, M01 or TB00?
TX00 is the default C96800 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither M01 nor TB00). 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, C96800-M01 or C96800-TB00?
C96800-M01. Its machinability rates good (60/100) against fair (45/100) for C96800-TB00; for welding the order is C96800-TB00 first (fair, 35/100) then C96800-M01 (poor, 30/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C96800-M01 and C96800-TB00 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.