C16200 Cadmium Copper Rod Description
C16200 Cadmium Copper Rod is a copper alloy that contains a small amount of cadmium. This alloy is known for its high electrical conductivity, excellent strength, and good resistance to softening at elevated temperatures. Due to these properties, C16200 Cadmium Copper Rod is often used in electrical and thermal applications where both conductivity and mechanical strength are important.
C16200 Cadmium Copper Rod Specifications
Typical Chemical Composition (%)
UNS No.
|
Cd
|
Cu
|
Fe
|
C16200
|
0.7-1.2
|
Bal.
|
0.02
|
Product Properties
Shape
|
Rod
|
Standard
|
SAE J461
|
Melting Point (℃)
|
1030
|
Density (g/cm3)
|
8.89
|
Tensile Strength
|
241-689 MPa
|
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion
|
18.0 x 10-6 / °C (20-300°C)
|
Thermal Conductivity
|
360.0 W/m · K at 20 C
|
Specific Heat
|
377.1 J/kg · °K at 293 K
|
Electrical Conductivity
|
90 % IACS @ 68 F
|
Electrical Resistivity
|
1.91 microhm-cm @ 20 C
|
Modulus of Elasticity
|
117 GPa
|
C16200 Cadmium Copper Rod Applications
- Electrical Conductors: Used in overhead transmission lines, bus bars, and electrical connectors due to its high conductivity and strength.
- Commutators and Switches: Suitable for commutators, switches, and other electrical components that require good conductivity and mechanical stability.
- Contact Wires: Often used for contact wires in electrical railways and trolley systems.
- Welding Electrodes: Used in certain types of welding electrodes where both conductivity and strength are required.
- Springs and Clamps: Ideal for springs, clamps, and similar components used in electrical equipment.
C16200 Cadmium Copper Rod Packaging
Our C16200 Cadmium Copper Rod is carefully handled during storage and transportation to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.
FAQs
Q1: What is C16200 Cadmium Copper Rod made of?
C16200 Cadmium Copper Rod is composed mainly of copper (98.85% - 99.25%) with a small amount of cadmium (0.7% - 1.3%). The addition of cadmium enhances the strength of copper while maintaining good electrical conductivity.
Q2: What are the key properties of C16200 Cadmium Copper Rod?
C16200 Cadmium Copper Rod offers high electrical conductivity, excellent mechanical strength, good resistance to softening at elevated temperatures, and good corrosion resistance. It also has good formability and ductility, making it suitable for a variety of electrical and thermal applications.
Q3: What are the common applications of C16200 Cadmium Copper Rod?
Common applications include electrical conductors for overhead transmission lines, bus bars, commutators, electrical connectors, contact wires for electrical railways, and welding electrodes. It is also used for springs, clamps, and other components requiring both electrical conductivity and mechanical strength.
Specification
Typical Chemical Composition (%)
UNS No.
|
Cd
|
Cu
|
Fe
|
C16200
|
0.7-1.2
|
Bal.
|
0.02
|
Product Properties
Shape
|
Rod
|
Standard
|
SAE J461
|
Melting Point (℃)
|
1030
|
Density (g/cm3)
|
8.89
|
Tensile Strength
|
241-689 MPa
|
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion
|
18.0 x 10-6 / °C (20-300°C)
|
Thermal Conductivity
|
360.0 W/m · K at 20 C
|
Specific Heat
|
377.1 J/kg · °K at 293 K
|
Electrical Conductivity
|
90 % IACS @ 68 F
|
Electrical Resistivity
|
1.91 microhm-cm @ 20 C
|
Modulus of Elasticity
|
117 GPa
|