This document provides a comprehensive comparison between the UNS C95800 and UNS C95500 copper alloys. The comparison includes details on chemical composition, mechanical properties, temperature performance, industry applications, shapes and sizes, production standards, processing techniques, advantages and disadvantages, and similar products, all presented in table format.

Chemical Composition

C95800 VS C95500

ElementUNS C95800 Content (%)UNS C95500 Content (%)
Copper, Cu79.078.0
Aluminum, Al8.5 – 9.510.0 – 11.5
Nickel, Ni4.0 – 5.03.0 – 5.50
Iron, Fe3.5 – 4.53.0 – 5.0
Silicon, Si0.1Not specified
Manganese, Mn0.8 – 1.53.50
Lead, Pb0.03Not specified
OtherNot specified0.50

Mechanical Properties

UNS C95800

PropertyMetricImperial
Hardness, Brinell (sand cast)159159
Tensile Strength585 – 660 MPa84800 – 95700 psi
Yield Strength240 – 360 MPa34800 – 52200 psi
Elongation at Break15.00% – 25.00%15.00% – 25.00%
Compressive Strength240 – 690 MPa34800 – 100000 psi

UNS C95500

PropertyMetricImperial
Hardness, Brinell (sand cast)192192
Tensile Strength585 – 660 MPa84800 – 95700 psi
Yield Strength240 – 360 MPa34800 – 52200 psi
Elongation at Break5.00% – 25.00%5.00% – 25.00%
Compressive Strength240 – 690 MPa34800 – 100000 psi

Performance at Different Temperatures

PropertyC95800C95500
Thermal Expansion Coefficient16.2 µm/m°C16.2 µm/m°C
Thermal Conductivity36.0 W/mK42.0 W/mK

Industry Applications

ApplicationC95800C95500
Marine ComponentsBlades, propellersShafting, fittings
AerospaceNot typically usedValves, fittings
ElectricalNot commonly usedElectrical connectors

Shapes and Sizes

ShapeC95800C95500
Standard FormsRods, plates, and castingsRods, tubes, castings
Custom SizesAvailable on requestAvailable on request

Production Standards

StandardC95800C95500
ASTMB148, B271B148, B271
MILMIL B-24480Not applicable

Processing Techniques

Welding

TechniqueC95800C95500
Preferred MethodsBrazing, solderingBrazing, soldering
Not RecommendedOxyacetylene weldingOxyacetylene welding

Machinability

Alloy Rating (C36000 = 100)C95800C95500
Machinability Rating50%50%

Heat Treatment

Heat TreatmentC95800C95500
Stress Relieving Temperature316°C (600°F)316°C (600°F)
Reaction to Heat TreatmentDoes not react significantlyDoes not react significantly

Advantages and Disadvantages

C95800

AdvantagesDisadvantages
Excellent corrosion resistanceLower machinability
Good strength at elevated temperaturesLimited availability in some shapes

C95500

AdvantagesDisadvantages
Good strength and hardnessHigher cost per unit
Better machinabilitySusceptible to corrosion over time

Similar Products

Similar ProductsC95800C95500
Other Copper AlloysC95400, C95200C95400, C95200
Bronze AlloysTin bronze, aluminum bronzeTin bronze, aluminum bronze

This comparison provides a detailed overview of the properties and characteristics of UNS C95800 and UNS C95500 copper alloys, assisting in material selection for specific applications. If you have further inquiries or require additional information, please feel free to ask!