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Gilding Metal Alloy Spooled Wire (Cu85/Zn15)

Formula: Cu 85/Zn 15
Form: Wire
Material: Gilding Metal Alloy
Commodity: Alloys
Temper: As Drawn
Gilding Metal Alloy Spooled Wire (Cu85/Zn15) is a soft and ductile copper-zinc alloy wire that is part of Goodfellow's extensive range of over 25 variations of this metal alloy product. The combination of high ductility and good conductivity makes Gilding Metal Alloy Spooled Wire (Cu85/Zn15) suitable for applications such as electrical wiring, springs and fasteners. Its softness allows for easy forming and drawing into wire, while the zinc component improves corrosion resistance compared to pure copper. With a wide selection of diameters and temper conditions, Goodfellow's Gilding Metal Alloy Spooled Wires (Cu85/Zn15) can meet the needs of research, prototyping, and production across industries.
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Tolerances

Wire
Diameter ±10%
Length +5% / -1%

Material Properties for Alloys

Mechanical Properties
Element Value
Hardness - Brinell 65-125
Elongation at break( % ) <60
Modulus of elasticity( GPa ) 110-125
Izod impact strength( J m⁻¹ ) 67-125
Shear strength( MPa ) 210-400
Tensile strength( MPa ) 250-400
Electrical Properties
Element Value
Electrical resistivity( µOhmcm ) 4.6-5.4
Temperature coefficient( K⁻¹ ) 0.0014-0.0016
Thermal Properties
Element Value
Melting point( C ) 1000-1025
Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ ) 159@23°C
Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ ) 18.7@25-300°C
Physical Properties
Element Value
Density( gcm⁻³ ) 8.75

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