Copper Alloy CC482K-GM vs CC482K-GZ
Copper Alloy · CC482K temper comparison
CC482K-GM and CC482K-GZ are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, CC482K: GM (permanent (chill) mould cast) versus GZ (centrifugal cast). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. CC482K-GZ is the stronger of the two: yield strength 185 MPa (26.8 ksi) against 170 MPa (24.7 ksi) for CC482K-GM, about 9% more; tensile strength follows at 320 MPa (46.4 ksi) vs 300 MPa (43.5 ksi). CC482K-GZ is harder — 100 HB against 95 HB for CC482K-GM — which matters for wear surfaces and threads.
CC482K-GZChoose it when strength drives the design, or when surface hardness matters.
CC482K-GM vs CC482K-GZ: 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)
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 39 GPa5.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 107 GPa15.5 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34 · Elongation at Break 7% · Reduction in Area 9%
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.8 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 830°C1,526 °F · Liquidus Temperature 990°C1,814 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 377 J/kg·K0.09 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 18.5 µm/m·K10.3 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 175 J/g75.2 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 250°C482 °F · Min Service Temperature -200°C-328 °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) -0.31 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Same in both: Weldability 25 / 100 · Formability (cold) 8 / 100 · Castability 80 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 78 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 65 MJ/kg27,945 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 4.6 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 300 L/kg35.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 70%
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.
CC482K-GM vs CC482K-GZ — frequently asked
Is CC482K-GZ stronger than CC482K-GM?
Yes. CC482K-GZ has a typical yield strength of 185 MPa (26.8 ksi) against 170 MPa (24.7 ksi) for CC482K-GM — about 9% more. Tensile strength is 320 MPa (46.4 ksi) vs 300 MPa (43.5 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, GM or GZ?
GC is the default CC482K condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither GM nor GZ). 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 CC482K-GM over CC482K-GZ?
Pick CC482K-GZ when strength drives the design, or when surface hardness matters.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in CC482K-GM and CC482K-GZ 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.