C12000 DLP Copper
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Key Engineering Properties
Representative source rows, qualified by their reported conditions. Inspect the tables below for all values, limits, and source notes.
Engineering Summary
UNS C12000 Deoxidized Low Phosphorus (DLP) Copper contains minimum 99.90% Cu with 0.004% to 0.012% residual phosphorus deoxidizer. This controlled low phosphorus level retains high electrical and thermal conductivity (98% IACS, 386 W/(m·K)) while eliminating cuprous oxide and hydrogen embrittlement risk.
Documented Product Applications (Cited CDA Reference Profile)
- ›Applications Requiring Welding or Brazing: Conductivity (Electrical)
- ›Applications Requiring Welding or Brazing: Conductivity (Thermal)
- ›Applications Requiring Welding or Brazing: Corrosion Resistance
- ›Applications Requiring Welding or Brazing: Welding Characteristics
- ›Architectural Trim: Brazing Characteristics
- ›Architectural Trim: Corrosion Resistance
- ›Architectural Trim: Mechanical Properties
- ›Architectural Trim: Solderability
- ›Architectural Trim: Welding Characteristics
- ›Architecture: Architectural Trim
- ›Busbars (Welded or Brazed): Conductivity (Electrical)
- ›Busbars (Welded or Brazed): Conductivity (Thermal)
Recognized Aliases
Source-backed commercial trade name and short designations cataloged in canonical data.
Standard Designations & Applicable Specifications
Semantically classified designations distinguishing primary standard identifiers, commercial trade names, and applicable specification references.
| System | Identifier | Standard System Name | Classification Notes & Provenance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNSPRIMARY | C12000 | Unified Numbering System | Unified Numbering System standard designation for copper alloys (CDA / SAE / ASTM)Ref: CDA UNS Standard Designations Register (C12000) |
| CDA | Alloy 120 | Copper Development Association Alloy Number | CDA three-digit legacy designationRef: CDA UNS Standard Designations Register (C12000) |
| Recognized Name / Alias | Classification | Technical Usage & Context |
|---|---|---|
| Deoxidized Low Phosphorus Copper | Standard Commercial Name | CDA Standard Commercial Name |
| Phosphorus-Deoxidized Low Residual Phosphorus | Commercial Alias | Colloquial or commercial industry synonym |
| DLP Copper | Commercial Alias | Colloquial or commercial industry synonym |
| C12000 | Commercial Alias | Colloquial or commercial industry synonym |
| Standards Body | Specification Code | Specification Title / Scope | Relationship Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASTM | ASTM B224 | Standard Classification of Coppers | Specification Reference |
| ASTM | ASTM B577 | Detection of Cuperous Oxide (Hydrogen Embrittlement Susceptibility) in Copper | Specification Reference |
| MILITARY | MILITARY MIL-B-18907 | BANDS, PROJECTILE ROTATING | Specification Reference |
| MILITARY | MILITARY MIL-B-20292 | BLANKS, ROTATING BAND, FOR PROJECTILES | Specification Reference |
| SAE | SAE J463 | WROUGHT COPPER AND COPPER ALLOYS | Specification Reference |
| SAE | SAE J461 | WROUGHT AND CAST COPPER ALLOYS | Specification Reference |
| ASTM | ASTM B187/B187M | COPPER BUS BAR, ROD AND SHAPES AND GENERAL PURPOSE ROD, BAR AND SHAPES | Specification Reference |
| ASTM | ASTM B152/B152M | COPPER SHEET, STRIP, PLATE AND ROLLED BAR | Specification Reference |
| FEDERAL | FEDERAL QQ-B-650 | BRAZING ALLOY, COPPER, COPPER-ZINC, AND COPPER-PHOSPHORUS | Specification Reference |
| ASME | ASME SB187 | COPPER BUS BAR, ROD AND SHAPES AND GENERAL PURPOSE ROD, BAR AND SHAPES | Specification Reference |
| ASTM | ASTM B956/B956M | WELDED COPPER AND COPPER-ALLOY CONDENSER AND HEAT EXCHANGER TUBES WITH INTEGRAL FINS | Specification Reference |
| ASME | ASME SB359 | COPPER & COPPER ALLOY SEAMLESS CONDENSER & HEAT EXCHANGER TUBES WITH INTEGRAL FINS | Specification Reference |
Chemical Composition (Weight %)
Elemental limits and values from the cited source. Preserves exact semantic limits (minimums, maximums, and ranges).
| Element | Symbol | Atomic No. | Semantic Basis | Specified Value | Unit | Metallurgical Notes & Qualification | Data Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | Cu | 29 | MINIMUM | ≥ 99.90 | wt% | CDA chemical composition specification limits for C12000: min 99.9 wt%.Ref: Copper Development Association (CDA) | VERIFIED |
| Phosphorus | P | 15 | RANGE | 0.00 – 0.01 | wt% | CDA chemical composition specification limits for C12000: 0.004 - 0.012 wt%.Ref: Copper Development Association (CDA) | VERIFIED |
Physical Properties
Source-specific physical properties. Test temperatures are shown only where reported.
| Property Parameter | Canonical SI Value | Semantic Basis | Test Temperature / Context Range | Source Raw Reference | Source Reference | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Density | 8.941 g/cm³ | TYPICAL | Test Temp: 20 °CCDA Physical Properties: Density 0.323 lb/cu in. at 68°F (8.941 g/cm³ at 20°C) | 0.323 lb/cu in. at 68°F | Copper Development Association Inc. | VERIFIED |
Thermal & Thermodynamic Properties
Phase change temperatures, thermal conductivity, specific heat, mean coefficients of thermal expansion across standardized temperature ranges, and recommended thermal processing windows.
| Property Parameter | Canonical SI Value | Semantic Basis | Test Temperature / Context Range | Source Raw Reference | Source Reference | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liquidus Temperature | 1082.8 °C | TYPICAL | CDA Physical Properties: Liquidus temperature 1981.0 °F (1082.8 °C) | 1981.0 °F | Copper Development Association Inc. | VERIFIED |
| Solidus Temperature | 1082.8 °C | TYPICAL | CDA Physical Properties: Solidus temperature 1981.0 °F (1082.8 °C) | 1981.0 °F | Copper Development Association Inc. | VERIFIED |
| Thermal Conductivity | 385.95 W/(m·K) | TYPICAL | Test Temp: 20 °CCDA Physical Properties: Thermal conductivity 223.0 Btu/(ft·hr·°F) (385.95 W/(m·K) at 20°C) | 223.0 Btu/ sq ft/ ft hr/ °F at 68°F | Copper Development Association Inc. | VERIFIED |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE) | 16.92 µm/(m·K) | TYPICAL | CDA Physical Properties: CTE 9.4 µin/(in·°F) (16.92 µm/(m·K)) over range 68-21210°F | 9.4 10^-6 per °F | Copper Development Association Inc. | VERIFIED |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE) | 17.28 µm/(m·K) | TYPICAL | CDA Physical Properties: CTE 9.6 µin/(in·°F) (17.28 µm/(m·K)) over range 68-39210°F | 9.6 10^-6 per °F | Copper Development Association Inc. | VERIFIED |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE) | 17.64 µm/(m·K) | TYPICAL | CDA Physical Properties: CTE 9.8 µin/(in·°F) (17.64 µm/(m·K)) over range 68-57210°F | 9.8 10^-6 per °F | Copper Development Association Inc. | VERIFIED |
| Specific Heat Capacity | 385.2 J/(kg·K) | TYPICAL | Test Temp: 20 °CCDA Physical Properties: Specific heat 0.092 Btu/(lb·°F) (385.2 J/(kg·K)) | 0.092 Btu/ lb /°F at 68°F | Copper Development Association Inc. | VERIFIED |
| Annealing Temperature Range | 371.1 – 648.9 °C | RANGE | CDA Thermal Treatments: Annealing temperature range 700 - 1200°F (371.1 - 648.9°C) | 700 – 1200 °F | Copper Development Association Inc. | VERIFIED |
| Hot Working Temperature Range | 760 – 871.1 °C | RANGE | CDA Thermal Treatments: Hot working range 1400 - 1600°F (760.0 - 871.1°C) | 1400 – 1600 °F | Copper Development Association Inc. | VERIFIED |
Electrical Properties
Electrical conductivity and resistivity in their reported units and conditions.
| Property Parameter | Canonical SI Value | Semantic Basis | Test Temperature / Context Range | Source Raw Reference | Source Reference | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Conductivity | 98 % IACS | TYPICAL | Test Temp: 20 °CCDA Physical Properties: Volume conductivity 98.0 % IACS at 68°F (20°C) | 98.0 % IACS at 68°F | Copper Development Association Inc. | VERIFIED |
Contextual Mechanical Properties & Tempers
Engineering strength, ductility, and hardness values grouped by product form, temper, and section thickness. Mechanical properties are contextual and not isotropic averages.
| Product Form | Temper / Condition | Section Size | Tensile (UTS) | Yield Strength | Elongation | Shear Strength | Fatigue Strength | Hardness (Scales Preserved) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat Products | 1/2 Hard (H02) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 289.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 248.2 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 14 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | 289.6 MPa | 248.2 MPa | 14 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | 1/2 Hard (H02)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 40 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 84 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell 30T Hardness: 50 HR30T (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 179.3 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Fatigue Strength: 89.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 in; 10^8 cycles endurance limitCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | — | — | — | 179.3 MPa | 89.6 MPa | 40 HRB84 HRF50 HR30T | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | 1/4 Hard (H01) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 262 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 206.8 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 25 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | 262 MPa | 206.8 MPa | 25 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | 1/4 Hard (H01)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 25 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 70 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell 30T Hardness: 36 HR30T (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 172.4 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | — | — | — | 172.4 MPa | — | 25 HRB70 HRF36 HR30T | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | 1/4 Hard (H01) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 262 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 206.8 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 35 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.25 | 262 MPa | 206.8 MPa | 35 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | 1/4 Hard (H01)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 25 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 70 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 172.4 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.25 | — | — | — | 172.4 MPa | — | 25 HRB70 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | 1/8 Hard (H00) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 248.2 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 193.1 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 40 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.25 | 248.2 MPa | 193.1 MPa | 40 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | 1/8 Hard (H00)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 10 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 60 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 172.4 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.25 | — | — | — | 172.4 MPa | — | 10 HRB60 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | 1/8 Hard (H00) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 248.2 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 193.1 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 30 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | 248.2 MPa | 193.1 MPa | 30 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | 1/8 Hard (H00)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 10 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 60 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell 30T Hardness: 25 HR30T (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 172.4 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | — | — | — | 172.4 MPa | — | 10 HRB60 HRF25 HR30T | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | As Hot Rolled (M20) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 234.4 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 68.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 45 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | 234.4 MPa | 68.9 MPa | 45 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | As Hot Rolled (M20)Source values and qualifiersRockwell F Hardness: 45 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 158.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | — | — | — | 158.6 MPa | — | 45 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | As Hot Rolled (M20) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 220.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 68.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 50 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.25 | 220.6 MPa | 68.9 MPa | 50 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | As Hot Rolled (M20)Source values and qualifiersRockwell F Hardness: 40 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 151.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.25 | — | — | — | 151.7 MPa | — | 40 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Extra Spring (H10) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 393 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 365.4 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 4 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | 393 MPa | 365.4 MPa | 4 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Extra Spring (H10)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 62 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 95 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell 30T Hardness: 64 HR30T (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 199.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | — | — | — | 199.9 MPa | — | 62 HRB95 HRF64 HR30T | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Hard (H04) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 344.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 310.3 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 12 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.25 | 344.7 MPa | 310.3 MPa | 12 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Hard (H04)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 50 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 90 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 193.1 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.25 | — | — | — | 193.1 MPa | — | 50 HRB90 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Hard (H04) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 344.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 310.3 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 6 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | 344.7 MPa | 310.3 MPa | 6 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Hard (H04)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 50 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 90 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell 30T Hardness: 57 HR30T (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 193.1 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Fatigue Strength: 89.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 in; 10^8 cycles endurance limitCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | — | — | — | 193.1 MPa | 89.6 MPa | 50 HRB90 HRF57 HR30T | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Hard (H04) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 310.3 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 275.8 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 20 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 1 | 310.3 MPa | 275.8 MPa | 20 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Hard (H04)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 45 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 85 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 179.3 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 1 | — | — | — | 179.3 MPa | — | 45 HRB85 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Nominal Grain Size 0.025 mm (OS025) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 234.4 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 75.8 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 45 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | 234.4 MPa | 75.8 MPa | 45 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Nominal Grain Size 0.025 mm (OS025)Source values and qualifiersRockwell F Hardness: 45 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 158.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Fatigue Strength: 75.8 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 in; 10^8 cycles endurance limitCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | — | — | — | 158.6 MPa | 75.8 MPa | 45 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Nominal Grain Size 0.050 mm (OS050) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 220.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 68.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 50 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.25 | 220.6 MPa | 68.9 MPa | 50 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Nominal Grain Size 0.050 mm (OS050)Source values and qualifiersRockwell F Hardness: 40 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 151.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.25; Section Size: 0.25 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.25 | — | — | — | 151.7 MPa | — | 40 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Nominal Grain Size 0.050 mm (OS050) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 220.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 68.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 45 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | 220.6 MPa | 68.9 MPa | 45 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Nominal Grain Size 0.050 mm (OS050)Source values and qualifiersRockwell F Hardness: 40 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 220.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | — | — | — | 220.6 MPa | — | 40 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Spring (H08) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 379.2 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 344.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 4 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | 379.2 MPa | 344.7 MPa | 4 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Flat Products | Spring (H08)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 60 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 94 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell 30T Hardness: 63 HR30T (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 199.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Fatigue Strength: 96.5 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.04; Section Size: 0.04 in; 10^8 cycles endurance limitCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.04 | — | — | — | 199.9 MPa | 96.5 MPa | 60 HRB94 HRF63 HR30T | VERIFIED |
| Pipe | Hard (H04) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 344.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Cold Work: 30%Copper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 310.3 MPa (TYPICAL)Cold Work: 30%; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 10 % (TYPICAL)Cold Work: 30%Copper Development Association (CDA) — | — | 344.7 MPa | 310.3 MPa | 10 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Pipe | Hard (H04)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 50 HRB (TYPICAL)Cold Work: 30%Copper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 90 HRF (TYPICAL)Cold Work: 30%Copper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 193.1 MPa (TYPICAL)Cold Work: 30%Copper Development Association (CDA) — | — | — | — | — | 193.1 MPa | — | 50 HRB90 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Rod | As Hot Rolled (M20) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 220.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 68.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 55 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 1 | 220.6 MPa | 68.9 MPa | 55 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Rod | As Hot Rolled (M20)Source values and qualifiersRockwell F Hardness: 40 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 151.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 1 | — | — | — | 151.7 MPa | — | 40 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Rod | Hard (H04) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 379.2 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.025; Cold Work: 40%; Section Size: 0.025 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 344.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.025; Cold Work: 40%; Section Size: 0.025 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 20 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.025; Cold Work: 40%; Section Size: 0.025 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.025 | 379.2 MPa | 344.7 MPa | 20 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Rod | Hard (H04)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 60 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.025; Cold Work: 40%; Section Size: 0.025 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 94 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.025; Cold Work: 40%; Section Size: 0.025 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 199.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.025; Cold Work: 40%; Section Size: 0.025 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.025 | — | — | — | 199.9 MPa | — | 60 HRB94 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Rod | Hard (H04) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 310.3 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 2; Cold Work: 16%; Section Size: 2 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 275.8 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 2; Cold Work: 16%; Section Size: 2 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 20 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 2; Cold Work: 16%; Section Size: 2 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 2 | 310.3 MPa | 275.8 MPa | 20 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Rod | Hard (H04)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 45 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 2; Cold Work: 16%; Section Size: 2 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 85 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 2; Cold Work: 16%; Section Size: 2 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 179.3 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 2; Cold Work: 16%; Section Size: 2 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 2 | — | — | — | 179.3 MPa | — | 45 HRB85 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Rod | Hard (H04) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 330.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Cold Work: 35%; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 303.4 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Cold Work: 35%; Section Size: 1 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 16 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Cold Work: 35%; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 1 | 330.9 MPa | 303.4 MPa | 16 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Rod | Hard (H04)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 47 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Cold Work: 35%; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 87 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Cold Work: 35%; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 186.2 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Cold Work: 35%; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Fatigue Strength: 117.2 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Cold Work: 35%; Section Size: 1 in; 10^8 cycles endurance limitCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 1 | — | — | — | 186.2 MPa | 117.2 MPa | 47 HRB87 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Rod | Nominal Grain Size 0.050 mm (OS050) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 220.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 68.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 55 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 1 | 220.6 MPa | 68.9 MPa | 55 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Rod | Nominal Grain Size 0.050 mm (OS050)Source values and qualifiersRockwell F Hardness: 40 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 151.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 1; Section Size: 1 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 1 | — | — | — | 151.7 MPa | — | 40 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Shapes | As Hot Extruded (M30) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 220.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 68.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 50 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.5 | 220.6 MPa | 68.9 MPa | 50 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Shapes | As Hot Extruded (M30)Source values and qualifiersRockwell F Hardness: 40 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 151.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.5 | — | — | — | 151.7 MPa | — | 40 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Shapes | As Hot Rolled (M20) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 220.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 68.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 50 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.5 | 220.6 MPa | 68.9 MPa | 50 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Shapes | As Hot Rolled (M20)Source values and qualifiersRockwell F Hardness: 40 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 151.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.5 | — | — | — | 151.7 MPa | — | 40 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Shapes | Hard (H04) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 275.8 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Cold Work: 15%; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 220.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Cold Work: 15%; Section Size: 0.5 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 30 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Cold Work: 15%; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.5 | 275.8 MPa | 220.6 MPa | 30 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Shapes | Hard (H04)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 35 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Cold Work: 15%; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 158.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Cold Work: 15%; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.5 | — | — | — | 158.6 MPa | — | 35 HRB | VERIFIED |
| Shapes | Nominal Grain Size 0.050 mm (OS050) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 220.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 68.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 50 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.5 | 220.6 MPa | 68.9 MPa | 50 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Shapes | Nominal Grain Size 0.050 mm (OS050)Source values and qualifiersRockwell F Hardness: 40 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 151.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.5; Section Size: 0.5 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.5 | — | — | — | 151.7 MPa | — | 40 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Tube | Hard Drawn (H80) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 379.2 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 40%; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 344.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 40%; Section Size: 0.065 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 8 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 40%; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.065 | 379.2 MPa | 344.7 MPa | 8 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Tube | Hard Drawn (H80)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 60 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 40%; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 95 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 40%; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell 30T Hardness: 63 HR30T (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 40%; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 199.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 40%; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.065 | — | — | — | 199.9 MPa | — | 60 HRB95 HRF63 HR30T | VERIFIED |
| Tube | Light Drawn, Light Cold Rolled (H55) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 275.8 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 15%; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 220.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 15%; Section Size: 0.065 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 25 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 15%; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.065 | 275.8 MPa | 220.6 MPa | 25 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Tube | Light Drawn, Light Cold Rolled (H55)Source values and qualifiersRockwell B Hardness: 35 HRB (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 15%; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell F Hardness: 77 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 15%; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Rockwell 30T Hardness: 45 HR30T (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 15%; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 179.3 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Cold Work: 15%; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.065 | — | — | — | 179.3 MPa | — | 35 HRB77 HRF45 HR30T | VERIFIED |
| Tube | Nominal Grain Size 0.025 mm (OS025) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 234.4 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 75.8 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Section Size: 0.065 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 45 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.065 | 234.4 MPa | 75.8 MPa | 45 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Tube | Nominal Grain Size 0.025 mm (OS025)Source values and qualifiersRockwell F Hardness: 45 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 158.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.065 | — | — | — | 158.6 MPa | — | 45 HRF | VERIFIED |
| Tube | Nominal Grain Size 0.050 mm (OS050) · 20 °CSource values and qualifiersTensile Strength: 220.6 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Yield Strength (0.5% Ext): 68.9 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Section Size: 0.065 in; Yield strength at 0.5% extension under loadCopper Development Association (CDA) — Elongation: 45 % (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.065 | 220.6 MPa | 68.9 MPa | 45 % | — | — | — | VERIFIED |
| Tube | Nominal Grain Size 0.050 mm (OS050)Source values and qualifiersRockwell F Hardness: 40 HRF (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — Shear Strength: 151.7 MPa (TYPICAL)Section Size: 0.065; Section Size: 0.065 inCopper Development Association (CDA) — | 0.065 | — | — | — | 151.7 MPa | — | 40 HRF | VERIFIED |
Processing & Fabrication Characteristics
Machining, joining, forming, and thermal processing ratings cataloged from the cited authoritative technical reference.
Machinability
Machinability rating: 20% relative to free-cutting brass (C36000 = 100%). Forgeability rating: 65.
Weldability & Joining
Soldering: Excellent; Brazing: Excellent; Oxyacetylene Welding: Fair; Gas Shielded Arc Welding: Excellent; Coated Metal Arc Welding: Not Recommended; Spot Weld: Not Recommended; Seam Weld: Not Recommended; Butt Weld: Good
Heat Treatment & Working Ranges
Annealing temperature range: 371.1°C to 648.9°C (700°F - 1200°F). Hot working temperature range: 760.0°C to 871.1°C (1400°F - 1600°F).
Forming & Cold Working
Capacity for Being Cold Worked: Excellent. Capacity for Being Hot Formed: Excellent.
Comparable Grades & Cross-References
Carefully classified cross-reference relationships for C12000 DLP Copper. Comparable does not mean equivalent.
| Related Material | Family | Relationship Classification | Metallurgical Notes & Differences | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C12200 DHP Copper | Copper Alloys | Close Equivalent | C12000 (DLP) contains 0.004-0.012% P, retaining 98% IACS conductivity, whereas C12200 (DHP) contains 0.015-0.040% P (85% IACS). Both are immune to hydrogen embrittlement.Direct commercial substitution is generally permissible subject to certified Mill Test Report (MTR) confirmation for critical applications. | VERIFIED | Side-by-Side Compare → |
| C10300 Oxygen-Free Extra Low Phosphorus (OFXLP) Copper | Copper Alloys | Nearest Alternative | C12000 contains slightly higher residual phosphorus (0.004-0.012%) than C10300 (0.001-0.005%), providing 98% vs 99% IACS conductivity.Design parameters (weldability, hardenability, fatigue limit) must be re-evaluated for the specific application. | VERIFIED | Side-by-Side Compare → |
| C11000 ETP Copper | Copper Alloys | Nearest Alternative | C12000 is deoxidized with phosphorus, enabling reliable brazing and welding without hydrogen embrittlement, at a modest conductivity penalty (98% vs 101% IACS for C11000).Design parameters (weldability, hardenability, fatigue limit) must be re-evaluated for the specific application. | VERIFIED | Side-by-Side Compare → |
Sources & Provenance Trail
Reference publications and standards organization registers cited across this material record.
Copper Development Association authoritative technical reference profile for C12000 DLP Copper.
Unified Numbering System (UNS) designation registration register confirming active C12000 status.