Copper Alloy QBe1.9-TD01 vs QBe1.9-TM02
Copper Alloy · QBe1.9 temper comparison
QBe1.9-TD01 and QBe1.9-TM02 are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, QBe1.9: TD01 (solution heat treated and cold worked, quarter hard) versus TM02 (mill hardened, half hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. QBe1.9-TM02 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 690 MPa (100 ksi) against 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) for QBe1.9-TD01, about 53% more; tensile strength follows at 830 MPa (120 ksi) vs 560 MPa (81.2 ksi). In exchange, QBe1.9-TD01 is the more ductile: elongation 28% versus 12% for QBe1.9-TM02, and QBe1.9-TM02 is harder (265 HB vs 150 HB). QBe1.9-TM02 runs hotter in service (200°C vs 150°C continuous) and QBe1.9-TM02 conducts heat better (100 W/m·K vs 90 W/m·K).
QBe1.9-TD01Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
QBe1.9-TM02Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
QBe1.9-TD01 vs QBe1.9-TM02: 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)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 50 GPa7.3 Msi · Bulk Modulus 108 GPa15.7 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.26 g/cm³0.3 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 865°C1,589 °F · Liquidus Temperature 980°C1,796 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 420 J/kg·K0.1 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 17 µm/m·K9.4 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 205 J/g88.1 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -200°C-328 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.24 V · Corrosion Resistance 62 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Castability 55 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 75 / 100 · Polishability 85 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 105 MJ/kg45,142 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 7.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 480 L/kg57.5 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 25%
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.
QBe1.9-TD01 vs QBe1.9-TM02 — frequently asked
Is QBe1.9-TM02 stronger than QBe1.9-TD01?
Yes. QBe1.9-TM02 has a typical yield strength of 690 MPa (100 ksi) against 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) for QBe1.9-TD01 — about 53% more. Tensile strength is 830 MPa (120 ksi) vs 560 MPa (81.2 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, TD01 or TM02?
TF00 is the default QBe1.9 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither TD01 nor TM02). 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, QBe1.9-TD01 or QBe1.9-TM02?
QBe1.9-TM02. Its machinability rates fair (39/100) against poor (34/100) for QBe1.9-TD01; for welding the order is QBe1.9-TD01 first (fair, 50/100) then QBe1.9-TM02 (fair, 45/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in QBe1.9-TD01 and QBe1.9-TM02 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.