Copper Alloy CC497K-GC vs CC497K-GS
Copper Alloy · CC497K temper comparison
CC497K-GC and CC497K-GS are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, CC497K: GC (continuously cast bar/tube) versus GS (sand cast). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. CC497K-GC is the stronger of the two: yield strength 85 MPa (12.3 ksi) against 70 MPa (10.2 ksi) for CC497K-GS, about 21% more; tensile strength follows at 195 MPa (28.3 ksi) vs 165 MPa (23.9 ksi). CC497K-GC is the more ductile: elongation 9% versus 8% for CC497K-GS, and CC497K-GC is harder (52 HB vs 47 HB). CC497K-GC is stiffer (72 GPa vs 68 GPa).
CC497K-GCChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
CC497K-GC vs CC497K-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)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 26 GPa3.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 90 GPa13.1 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 9.3 g/cm³0.34 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 762°C1,404 °F · Liquidus Temperature 940°C1,724 °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 170 J/g73.1 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 200°C392 °F · Min Service Temperature -100°C-148 °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) -0.28 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 10 / 100 · Formability (cold) 10 / 100 · Castability 75 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 45 / 100 · Polishability 50 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 45 MJ/kg19,347 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 3.2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 200 L/kg24 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 60%
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.
CC497K-GC vs CC497K-GS — frequently asked
Is CC497K-GC stronger than CC497K-GS?
Yes. CC497K-GC has a typical yield strength of 85 MPa (12.3 ksi) against 70 MPa (10.2 ksi) for CC497K-GS — about 21% more. Tensile strength is 195 MPa (28.3 ksi) vs 165 MPa (23.9 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, GC or GS?
GC is the default CC497K 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 CC497K-GC over CC497K-GS?
Pick CC497K-GC when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in CC497K-GC and CC497K-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.