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Formula: Au 80/Sn 20
Form: Wire
Material: Gold/Tin Alloy
Commodity: Precious Metals
Temper:
As Drawn
Goodfellow offers a range of gold/tin alloy wires with 38 different variations. These wires are made from gold and tin metals alloyed together, giving the material properties of high electrical and thermal conductivity along with excellent ductility and malleability. The gold/tin alloy wires can be used in a variety of applications including electronics and medical devices where the wire's conductivity, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility are important factors. Goodfellow's gold/tin alloy wires provide options to select the optimal composition for different design needs.
Tolerances
Wire
| Diameter | ±10% | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | +5% / -1% |
Material Properties for Precious Metals
Thermal Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting point( C ) | 280 |
| Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ ) | 57@23°C |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ ) | 16@20-100°C |
Mechanical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Shear strength( MPa ) | 270-280 |
| Tensile strength( MPa ) | 270-280 |
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