Copper Alloy CC332G-GC vs CC332G-GS
Copper Alloy · CC332G temper comparison
CC332G-GC and CC332G-GS are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, CC332G: GC (continuously cast) versus GS (sand cast). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. CC332G-GC is the stronger of the two: yield strength 285 MPa (41.3 ksi) against 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) for CC332G-GS, about 14% more; tensile strength follows at 640 MPa (92.8 ksi) vs 570 MPa (82.7 ksi). In exchange, CC332G-GS is the more ductile: elongation 20% versus 16% for CC332G-GC, and CC332G-GC is harder (145 HB vs 120 HB).
CC332G-GCChoose it when strength drives the design.
CC332G-GSChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
CC332G-GC vs CC332G-GS: 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
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 42 GPa6.1 Msi · Bulk Modulus 102 GPa14.8 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.32 · Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT) 20 J14.8 ft·lbf
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.5 g/cm³0.27 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,040°C1,904 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,060°C1,940 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 59 W/m·K34.1 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 420 J/kg·K0.1 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 16.2 µm/m·K9 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 210 J/g90.3 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 300°C572 °F · Min Service Temperature -200°C-328 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 13 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.33×10⁻⁷ Ω·m5.24 µΩ·in
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.
Weldability
Same in both: Machinability 55 / 100 · Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 55% · Formability (cold) 15 / 100 · Castability 75 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 30 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 60 MJ/kg25,795 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 4.2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 260 L/kg31.2 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 50%
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.
CC332G-GC vs CC332G-GS — frequently asked
Is CC332G-GC stronger than CC332G-GS?
Yes. CC332G-GC has a typical yield strength of 285 MPa (41.3 ksi) against 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) for CC332G-GS — about 14% more. Tensile strength is 640 MPa (92.8 ksi) vs 570 MPa (82.7 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, GC or GS?
GS is the default CC332G 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 CC332G-GC over CC332G-GS?
Pick CC332G-GC when strength drives the design. Pick CC332G-GS when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in CC332G-GC and CC332G-GS 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.