Material: Electrolytic Tough Pitch (ETP) Copper | Document Version: 2.0 | Date: June 2025

Material Identification

Designation SystemCodeReferência Padrão
Número UNSC11000ASTM B124/B152
European StandardCW004AEN 1412
Japanese StandardC1100JIS H3100
ISO DesignationCu-ETPISO 1634-1

Chemical Composition (wt%)

ElementoMínimoMáximoTípicaNotas
Copper + Silver99,9099.95Primary constituent
Oxygen00,01500,04000,025150-400 ppm as Cu₂O
Prata00,03000,015Counted in copper total
Liderar00,0050.002Controle de impureza
Ferro00,0050.002Controle de impureza
Tin0.002<0.001Controle de impureza
Zinco0.002<0.001Controle de impureza
Total Other Impurities00,05000,020Excluding oxygen

Physical Properties at 20°C

PropriedadeMetric ValueImperial ValueMétodo de teste
Propriedades elétricas
Condutividade elétrica≥58 MS/m (100% IACS)≥100% IACSASTM E1004
Resistividade elétrica1.724 µΩ·cm6.79 µΩ·inASTM B193
Temperature Coefficient0.00393 /°C0.00218 /°F
Propriedades térmicas
Condutividade térmica390 W/m·K270 BTU·ft/(h·ft²·°F)ASTM E1461
Capacidade Específica de Calor0.385 J/g·K0.092 BTU/(lb·°F)
Thermal Expansion (20-300°C)16.5 × 10⁻⁶ /°C9.2 × 10⁻⁶ /°FASTM E228
Physical Constants
Densidade8.94 g/cm³0.323 lb/in³
Ponto de fusão1,083°C1,981°F
Módulo elástico117 GPa17,000 ksiASTM E111
Razão de Poisson0.340.34

Propriedades mecânicas

Annealed Condition (O60/O61)

PropriedadeIntervalo de valorTípicaPadrão de teste
Resistência à tração210-250 MPa230 MPaASTM E8/E8M
0.2% Yield Strength70-100 MPa85 MPaASTM E8/E8M
Elongation (50mm gauge)45-55%50%ASTM E8/E8M
Rockwell Hardness45-65 HRB55 HRBASTM E18

Cold-Worked Tempers

TemperamentoReduction (%)UTS (MPa)YS 0.2% (MPa)Alongamento (%)Dureza (HRB)
H02~253002002570
H04~503502801085
H08~75400320595

Fatigue Properties

Condição de testeLimite de resistênciaCyclesNotas
Rotating Beam (R = -1)~90 MPa10⁷Temperatura ambiente
Axial Load (R = 0.1)~120 MPa10⁷Annealed condition

Características de fabricação

ProcessoAptidãoParameters/Notes
Forming Operations
Desenho a frioExcelenteDeep drawing ratio r̄ ≈ 2.0
DobrandoExcelenteMin. bend radius = 1t (annealed)
EstampagemExcelenteClean blanking possible
Trabalho a QuenteBomTemperature range: 700-900°C
Joining Methods
Soft SolderingExcelenteUse rosin-based flux
Silver BrazingExcelentePreferred for HVAC applications
Soldagem por ResistênciaJustoControl expulsion
TIG/MIG WeldingLimitadoPorosity issues
Friction Stir WeldingBomSolid-state process
Usinagem
General MachinabilityBomTool life index: 20 (Brass = 100)
Recommended Speed120 m/minCarbide tools with flood coolant

Resistência à corrosão

AmbienteDesempenhoCorrosion RateComentários
Atmosphere (Urban)Excelente<0.01 mm/yearForms protective oxide
Água doceExcelente<0.005 mm/yearSuitable for potable water
Seawater (static)Bom0.02-0.05 mm/yearCopper-nickel preferred >2 m/s
Neutral SoilBomVariávelPE sleeve in acidic conditions
Reducing AtmospheresPobreRisk of hydrogen embrittlement

Applications by Industry

Setor industrialAplicações TípicasKey Requirements Met
Electrical PowerBusbars, switchgear contacts, transformer windingsHigh conductivity, reliability
EletrônicaPCB traces, connectors, RF componentsConductivity, solderability
HVAC/RefrigerationHeat exchanger tubes, refrigerant linesThermal conductivity, corrosion resistance
ConstruçãoPlumbing, roofing, architectural elementsDurability, formability, aesthetics
AutomotivoRadiators, brake lines, electrical harnessesHeat transfer, vibration resistance
MarinhoHeat exchangers, piping systemsSeawater compatibility

Applicable Standards

OrganizationNúmero padrãoDescrição
ASTM International
B124Copper and Copper Alloy Bars and Rods
B152Copper Sheet, Strip, and Rolled Bar
B187Copper Busbar
B188Seamless Copper Tube
B837Seamless ID-Controlled Copper Tube
European Standards
EN 13599Copper and Copper Alloys – Chemical Composition
EN 13601Copper Rod, Bar and Wire for Electrical Purposes
International Standards
ISO 1634-1Wrought Copper – Chemical Composition
ISO 2009Copper and Copper Alloys – Cast Products
Japanese Standards
JIS H3100Copper and Copper Alloy Sheets and Strips
ELE H3250Copper and Copper Alloy Seamless Pipes and Tubes

Quality Control Testing

Test CategoryMétodoFreqüênciaCritérios de aceitação
Análises químicas
Conteúdo de cobreOES/AASCada calor≥99.90% (incl. Ag)
Oxygen ContentInert gas fusionCada calor0.015-0.040%
Teste Mecânico
Propriedades de traçãoASTM E8/E8MPor lotePor especificação
DurezaASTM E18Per coil/barPor especificação
Electrical Testing
CondutividadeASTM E1004Por lote≥100% IACS
Dimensional Control
Thickness/DiameterMicrometryContínuo±tolerance
Non-Destructive Testing
Qualidade da superfícieEddy currentConforme necessárioNo detectable defects

Storage and Handling

ParâmetroRecommendationRationale
Storage EnvironmentDry, ventilated areaPrevent tarnishing
Humidity Control<60% RHMinimize oxidation
TemperaturaAmbientAvoid thermal cycling
EmbalagemMoisture barrier, VCI paperCorrosion prevention
HandlingClean gloves, avoid scratchingMaintain surface quality

Technical Notes

Oxygen Content Impact:

  • Enhances recrystallization and grain refinement
  • Provides balanced strength-ductility relationship
  • Slightly reduces conductivity vs. oxygen-free copper
  • Risk of hydrogen embrittlement in reducing atmospheres

Temperature Limitations:

  • Softening begins around 200°C
  • Creep considerations above 150°C for long-term loading
  • Recrystallization temperature: 200-300°C depending on cold work

Design Considerations:

  • Coefficient of thermal expansion must be considered in multi-material assemblies
  • Galvanic compatibility with other metals in wet environments
  • Joint design critical for high-current applications

Document prepared in accordance with: ASTM, EN, ISO, and JIS standards
For additional technical support: Contact your material supplier or accredited testing laboratory