Phehlukwayo Metal, based in Cape Town, South Africa, is a reliable manufacturer and supplier of top-notch copper products, including Copper C10500 Bars and Rods. These bars and rods are well-known for their outstanding electrical and thermal conductivity, resistance to corrosion, and excellent mechanical properties, making them perfect for tough industrial and electrical applications. At Phehlukwayo Metal, precision manufacturing meets strict quality control, ensuring that you get components that are not only dependable but also durable and high-performing. Copper C10500 Bars and Rods are particularly suited for situations that demand exceptional conductivity, mechanical stability, and long-lasting performance, making them a go-to choice in the electrical, electronic, and industrial sectors where reliability and efficiency are key.
These Copper C10500 Bars and Rods are made from high-purity oxygen-free copper (OFHC), boasting at least 99.95% copper content, which guarantees remarkable conductivity and corrosion resistance. On the mechanical side, this alloy provides moderate tensile and yield strength, along with excellent ductility and high malleability, making it ideal for precision forming, machining, and fabrication. Copper C10500 holds its shape well under thermal and mechanical stress, ensuring reliable performance in demanding electrical, electronic, and industrial applications that require both strength and high conductivity.
| Specifications | ASTM B187, ASTM B301 / ASME SB187, SB301 |
| Range | 3.17 MM TO 350 MM DIA |
| Form | Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Rectangle, Wire (Coil Form), Wire-mesh, Billet, Ingot, Forging Etc. |
| Copper Grades | C10500 |
| Elements | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Cu(1,2,3) | Ag(4) | O | |
| (1) This is a high conductivity copper which has, in the annealed condition a minimum conductivity of 100% IACS except for Alloy C10100 which has a minimum conductivity of 101% IACS. (2) Cu value includes Ag. (3) Cu is determined by the difference between the impurity total and 100%. (4) Ag 0.034% min is the equivelant of, Ag 10 Troy Oz min. | |||
| Min (%) | 99.95 | 0.034 | |
| Max (%) | 0.001 | ||
| Form | Temper | Temper Code | Tensile Strength (ksi) | YS-0.5% Ext (ksi) | Elongation (%) | Rockwell B scale | Rockwell F scale | Rockwell 30T scale | Shear Strength (ksi) | Section Size (in) | Cold Work (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| * Measured at room temperature, 68°F (20°C). | |||||||||||
| Rod | As Hot Rolled | M20 | 32 Typ | 10 Typ | 55 Typ | 40 Typ | 22 Typ | 1 | |||
| Hard | H04 | 55 Typ | 50 Typ | 10 Typ | 60 Typ | 94 Typ | 29 Typ | 0.25 | 40 | ||
| Hard | H04 | 45 Typ | 40 Typ | 20 Typ | 45 Typ | 85 Typ | 26 Typ | 2 | 16 | ||
| Hard | H04 | 48 Typ | 44 Typ | 16 Typ | 47 Typ | 87 Typ | 27 Typ | 1 | 35 | ||
| Nominal Grain Size 0.050 mm | OS050 | 32 Typ | 10 Typ | 55 Typ | 40 Typ | 22 Typ | 1 | ||||
When selecting Copper C10500 Bars and Rods, consider factors like conductivity, corrosion resistance, machinability, application requirements, and environmental conditions to ensure optimal performance and durability.
Yes, Copper C10500 Bars and Rods can be used in cryogenic applications due to their excellent thermal conductivity and mechanical stability at extremely low temperatures.
Yes, Copper C10500 Bars and Rods require regular inspection to ensure their performance, detect wear or damage, and maintain their structural integrity in demanding applications.
You’ll find Copper C10500 Bars and Rods widely used in electrical and electronic applications, such as busbars, connectors, terminals, and wiring, thanks to their superb conductivity and corrosion resistance. They’re also essential in power generation, transformers, and heat exchangers, where efficient thermal and electrical transfer is crucial. Plus, these bars and rods are perfect for industrial machinery, marine equipment, and chemical processing applications where durability, conductivity, and reliability are a must. Phehlukwayo Metal’s Copper C10500 Bars and Rods deliver long-lasting, high-performance solutions for industries that demand precision and quality.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Phehlukwayo Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Cape Town, South Africa
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