Beryllium Copper Alloy (C17200 / C17510)
High-Strength Spring & Electrical Solutions by Huaxiao-Alloy
1. What Is Beryllium Copper?
Beryllium Copper (BeCu) is a high-performance copper alloy containing a small amount of beryllium, offering an exceptional combination of ultra-high strength, excellent electrical conductivity, and outstanding fatigue resistance. It is widely used in applications where mechanical performance and reliability are critical.
At Huaxiao-Alloy, Beryllium Copper is supplied as a precision-engineered solution, ideal for springs, connectors, molds, and high-end electrical components, rather than as a standard copper alloy product.
2. Beryllium Copper Grades & UNS Numbers
| Grade | UNS No. | Common Designation |
|---|---|---|
| C17200 | UNS C17200 | High-Strength Beryllium Copper |
| C17510 | UNS C17510 | High-Conductivity Beryllium Copper |
Huaxiao-Alloy Technical Insight:
C17200 offers maximum strength and hardness.
C17510 provides enhanced conductivity with good strength, suitable for electrical applications.
3. Chemical Composition
C17200 – High-Strength BeCu
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| Copper (Cu) | Balance |
| Beryllium (Be) | 1.8–2.0 |
| Cobalt (Co) | 0.2–0.6 |
| Other Elements | ≤ 0.2 |
C17510 – High-Conductivity BeCu
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| Copper (Cu) | Balance |
| Beryllium (Be) | 0.2–0.6 |
| Nickel / Cobalt | Balance |
4. Mechanical & Physical Properties
| Property | C17200 | C17510 |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | Up to 1400 MPa | ~700 MPa |
| Hardness | Up to 38–44 HRC | ~20–25 HRC |
| Electrical Conductivity | ~22% IACS | ~45–60% IACS |
| Fatigue Resistance | Excellent | Excellent |
Huaxiao-Alloy Advantage:
We supply BeCu in solution-treated, aged, or custom heat-treated conditions.
5. Key Advantages of Beryllium Copper
Exceptional strength and hardness
Excellent spring and fatigue performance
Good electrical and thermal conductivity
Non-sparking and non-magnetic
Stable performance over long service life
6. Typical Applications
Huaxiao-Alloy supplies Beryllium Copper for:
Electrical connectors and contacts
Precision springs and clips
Injection molds and mold inserts
Aerospace and defense components
Oil & gas non-sparking tools
Beryllium Copper is often chosen when steel-like strength and copper-like conductivity are both required.
7. Available Forms & Supply Capabilities
Sheets & Strips
Bars & Rods
Wires & Precision profiles
Supported Standards:
ASTM B194 / ASTM B196
UNS C17200 / C17510
EN CW101C / CW102C
Huaxiao-Alloy Capabilities:
Precision rolling and cutting
Custom heat treatment (aging)
Export-compliant packaging
8. Beryllium Copper vs Phosphor Bronze
| Property | Beryllium Copper | Phosphor Bronze |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | Very High | Moderate |
| Fatigue Resistance | Excellent | Good |
| Conductivity | Moderate | Moderate |
| Cost | Higher | Lower |
Huaxiao-Alloy Recommendation:
Choose BeCu when performance and reliability outweigh material cost.
9. Standards & Quality Assurance
ASTM / UNS / EN compliance
ISO quality management system
ROHS & REACH compliance
Full material traceability
Huaxiao-Alloy ensures consistent performance for critical components.
Yes. Solid BeCu products are safe. Proper handling is required during machining, which Huaxiao-Alloy can advise on.
Yes. We offer solution-treated, aged, and custom heat-treated conditions.
Yes. It is widely used in hazardous and explosive environments.
11. Why Choose Huaxiao-Alloy?
One-stop supplier for high-performance copper alloys
Strong expertise in spring, mold, and electrical materials
Custom heat treatment and precision processing
Stable supply for demanding industrial applications
Engineering-driven, solution-oriented service
Huaxiao-Alloy helps customers solve high-performance material challenges.
12. Get a Quote – High-Performance Copper Solutions
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📱 WhatsApp: +1 (579) 300-2733
Work with Huaxiao-Alloy to source reliable Beryllium Copper solutions for your critical applications.
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