Description

Cobalt Beryllium Copper UNS C17500 is a copper-cobalt-beryllium alloy that has the following properties: *Corrosion resistance: Excellent corrosion resistance *Electrical conductivity: High electrical conductivity *Hardness: Good strength and hardness characteristics *Conductivity: Conductivity in the range of 45-60 percent of copper *Tensile strength: Ultimate tensile properties approaching 140 ksi *Hardness: Hardness properties approaching RB 100 *Resistance to softening: Excellent resistance to softening at elevated temperatures Some things to consider when buying UNS C17500 strip include: *Tensile strength: 310-793 MPa *Yield strength: 172-758 MPa *Elongation: 28% UNS C17500 alloys are available in mill hardened tempers and heat treatable and ductile tempers. They are best for electrical and electronic applications. UNS C17500 alloys can be found in the following forms: Sheet, Strip, Plate, Rolled bar. Copper beryllium may present a health risk if handled improperly. The inhalation of dusts, fumes, or mists containing beryllium can cause a serious lung condition in some individuals.