Phehlukwayo Metal, located in Cape Town, South Africa, stands out as a top-notch manufacturer and supplier of high-performance copper alloys, particularly Beryllium Copper C17000 Bars and Rods. These products are celebrated for their impressive strength, hardness, and resistance to corrosion, making them perfect for tough industrial applications. With a blend of cutting-edge metallurgical knowledge and precise manufacturing techniques, Phehlukwayo Metal ensures that their components are both durable and dependable. The Beryllium Copper C17000 Bars and Rods excel in electrical and thermal conductivity, fatigue resistance, and wear performance, which makes them a go-to choice for industries like aerospace, electronics, tooling, and industrial machinery—where precision, durability, and long-lasting reliability are a must.
These bars and rods are made up of about 97% copper and 2% beryllium, along with small amounts of other elements that boost their mechanical performance. This unique composition results in outstanding tensile strength, high hardness, and excellent fatigue and wear resistance. On a mechanical level, C17000 showcases remarkable toughness and resilience under cyclic loading while keeping its shape stable. Plus, it offers great corrosion resistance and thermal conductivity, making it suitable for components that face high stress, mechanical wear, and varying temperatures in challenging industrial settings.
Material: Beryllium
Outer Diameter: 0.060-2.00mm
Type: Copper Alloys
Standard: UNS C17000
Processing: Seamless / Welding
| Element | Be | Co | Ni | Co+Ni | Co+Ni+Fe | Pb | Al | Si | Fe | Cu |
| Beryllium C17000 | 1.6-1.85 | – | – | 0.2 min. | 0.6 max. | – | 0.2 max. | 0.2 max. | – | Bal |
| Element | Density (g/cm3) | Elastic Modulus(MPA) | Thermal Expansion | Thermal Conductivity(w/(m.k) | Melting Temperature(C) |
| Beryllium C17000 | 8.41 | 131000 | 17 | 105 | 870-980 |
| STANDARD | UNS | WERKSTOFF NR. |
| Beryllium Copper | C17000 | – |
Beryllium Copper C17000 bars offer excellent strength and hardness at elevated temperatures, maintaining good thermal stability and electrical conductivity. They are highly resistant to oxidation and wear in high-temperature environments.
Yes, Beryllium Copper C17000 bars can be welded, but it requires special care. Preheating, proper filler material, and post-weld heat treatment are essential to prevent cracking and ensure weld strength.
Yes, Beryllium Copper C17000 rods can be customized in size and length to meet specific requirements, allowing for various diameters and lengths based on the application and customer specifications.
Beryllium Copper C17000 Bars and Rods find extensive use in aerospace and electronics for applications like connectors, switches, springs, and precision instruments that demand high strength and conductivity. They’re also popular in tooling applications, such as molds, punches, and dies, thanks to their hardness and wear resistance. Furthermore, these bars and rods are perfect for components in the oil and gas sector, industrial machinery, and marine hardware, where durability, fatigue resistance, and protection against corrosion are essential. Phehlukwayo Metal’s Beryllium Copper C17000 Bars and Rods deliver high-performance, reliable solutions for precision engineering and demanding industrial needs.






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