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Copper Alloy CC755S-GM vs CC755S-GS

Copper Alloy · CC755S temper comparison

CC755S-GM and CC755S-GS are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, CC755S: GM (gravity die cast) versus GS (sand cast). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. CC755S-GM is the stronger of the two: yield strength 150 MPa (21.8 ksi) against 135 MPa (19.6 ksi) for CC755S-GS, about 11% more. CC755S-GM is harder — 95 HB against 90 HB for CC755S-GS — which matters for wear surfaces and threads. CC755S-GM is stiffer (95 GPa vs 90 GPa).

CC755S-GMChoose it when strength drives the design, or when surface hardness matters.

CC755S-GM vs CC755S-GS: properties

CC755S-GMCC755S-GS

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Elastic (Young's) Modulus

95 GPa13.8 Msi
90 GPa13.1 Msi

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

370 MPa53.7 ksi
355 MPa51.5 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

150 MPa21.8 ksi
135 MPa19.6 ksi

Reduction in Area

22%
20%

Compressive Strength

340 MPa49.3 ksi
325 MPa47.1 ksi

Shear Strength

250 MPa36.3 ksi
240 MPa34.8 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

105 MPa15.2 ksi
95 MPa13.8 ksi

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

25 J18.4 ft·lbf
22 J16.2 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

95 HB
90 HB

Hardness, Rockwell B

55 HRB
50 HRB

Hardness, Vickers

100 HV
95 HV

Same in both: Shear Modulus 36 GPa5.2 Msi · Bulk Modulus 115 GPa16.7 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34 · Elongation at Break 22%

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 8.3 g/cm³0.3 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 880°C1,616 °F · Liquidus Temperature 900°C1,652 °F

Thermal

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

Thermal Conductivity

110 W/m·K63.6 BTU/hr·ft·°F
108 W/m·K62.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F

Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 380 J/kg·K0.09 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 21 µm/m·K11.7 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 165 J/g70.9 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 200°C392 °F · Min Service Temperature -100°C-148 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Electrical Conductivity

24 % IACS
23 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

7.2×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.83 µΩ·in
7.5×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.95 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Corrosion Resistance

52 / 100
50 / 100

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.26 V

Manufacturability

FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.

Machinability

78 / 100
76 / 100

Formability (cold)

18 / 100
15 / 100

Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 75% · Weldability 25 / 100 · Castability 88 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 80 / 100 · Polishability 78 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 50 MJ/kg21,496 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 3.1 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 260 L/kg31.2 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 75%

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 scaleCC755S

CC755S-GM vs CC755S-GS — frequently asked

Is CC755S-GM stronger than CC755S-GS?

Yes. CC755S-GM has a typical yield strength of 150 MPa (21.8 ksi) against 135 MPa (19.6 ksi) for CC755S-GS — about 11% more. Tensile strength is 370 MPa (53.7 ksi) vs 355 MPa (51.5 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, GM or GS?

GM is the default CC755S 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 CC755S-GM over CC755S-GS?

Pick CC755S-GM when strength drives the design, or when surface hardness matters.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in CC755S-GM and CC755S-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.