Copper Alloy ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-Li vs ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-SR
Copper Alloy · ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2 temper comparison
ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-Li and ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-SR are two conditions of the same copper alloy grade, ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2: Li (centrifugal cast) versus SR (stress relieved). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-Li is the stronger of the two: yield strength 335 MPa (48.6 ksi) against 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) for ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-SR, about 12% more. In exchange, ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-SR is the more ductile: elongation 25% versus 20% for ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-Li, and ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-Li is harder (185 HB vs 170 HB).
ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-LiChoose it when strength drives the design.
ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-SRChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-Li vs ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-SR: 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.
ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-LiZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-SR
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 120 GPa17.4 Msi · Shear Modulus 45 GPa6.5 Msi · Bulk Modulus 111 GPa16.1 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.32 · Hardness, Rockwell C 10 HRC
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.53 g/cm³0.27 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 870°C1,598 °F · Liquidus Temperature 900°C1,652 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 419 J/kg·K0.1 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 16.2 µm/m·K9 µin/in·°F · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 300°C572 °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 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Castability 75 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 25 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 50 MJ/kg21,496 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 3.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 280 L/kg33.6 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 35%
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.
ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-Li vs ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-SR — frequently asked
Is ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-Li stronger than ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-SR?
Yes. ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-Li has a typical yield strength of 335 MPa (48.6 ksi) against 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) for ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-SR — about 12% more. Tensile strength is 700 MPa (102 ksi) vs 670 MPa (97.2 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, Li or SR?
S is the default ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither Li nor SR). 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 welds better, ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-Li or ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-SR?
ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-SR. Its weldability rates good (65/100) against good (58/100) for ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-Li.
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-Li and ZCuAl8Mn13Fe3Ni2-SR 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.