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Copper Alloy C96900-M01 vs C96900-M07

Copper Alloy · C96900 temper comparison

C96900-M01 and C96900-M07 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, C96900: M01 (as sand cast) versus M07 (as continuous cast). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C96900-M07 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for C96900-M01, about 15% more; tensile strength follows at 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) vs 480 MPa (69.6 ksi). C96900-M07 is the more ductile: elongation 18% versus 12% for C96900-M01, and C96900-M07 is harder (180 HB vs 160 HB). On the shop floor, C96900-M07 welds better (fair vs poor).

C96900-M07Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

C96900-M01 vs C96900-M07: properties

C96900-M01C96900-M07

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Elastic (Young's) Modulus

138 GPa20 Msi
135 GPa19.6 Msi

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

480 MPa69.6 ksi
550 MPa79.8 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

240 MPa34.8 ksi
275 MPa39.9 ksi

Elongation at Break

12%
18%

Reduction in Area

12%
24%

Compressive Strength

700 MPa102 ksi
480 MPa69.6 ksi

Shear Strength

480 MPa69.6 ksi
345 MPa50 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

240 MPa34.8 ksi
180 MPa26.1 ksi

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

35 J25.8 ft·lbf
40 J29.5 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

160 HB
180 HB

Hardness, Vickers

290 HV
189 HV

Same in both: Shear Modulus 52 GPa7.5 Msi · Bulk Modulus 128 GPa18.6 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.32 · Hardness, Rockwell C 28 HRC

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 8.94 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,010°C1,850 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,120°C2,048 °F

Thermal

How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.

Thermal Conductivity

30 W/m·K17.3 BTU/hr·ft·°F
31 W/m·K17.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F

Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 380 J/kg·K0.09 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 16.4 µm/m·K9.1 µin/in·°F · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 260°C500 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Electrical Conductivity

7 % IACS
7.5 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

1.57×10⁻⁷ Ω·m6.18 µΩ·in
2.3×10⁻⁷ Ω·m9.06 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

40 / 100
45 / 100

Weldability

25 / 100
48 / 100

Formability (cold)

15 / 100
20 / 100

Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 30% · Castability 62 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 45 / 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) 6.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 400 L/kg47.9 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.

501002005001,0007.588.599.5Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scaleC96900

C96900-M01 vs C96900-M07 — frequently asked

Is C96900-M07 stronger than C96900-M01?

Yes. C96900-M07 has a typical yield strength of 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for C96900-M01 — about 15% more. Tensile strength is 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) vs 480 MPa (69.6 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, M01 or M07?

TX00 is the default C96900 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither M01 nor M07). 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, C96900-M01 or C96900-M07?

C96900-M07, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 45/100 against 40/100 for C96900-M01; for welding the order is C96900-M07 first (fair, 48/100) then C96900-M01 (poor, 25/100).

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C96900-M01 and C96900-M07 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.