SAE J461_200212

For convenience, this SAE Information Report is presented in two parts as shown below. To avoid repetition, however, data applicable to both wrought and cast alloys is included only in Part 1.Part I—Wrought Copper and Copper AlloysTypes of Copper (Table 1)General Characteristics (Table 3)Electrical ConductivityThermal ConductivityGeneral Mechanical Properties (Table 10)Yield StrengthFatigue StrengthPhysical Properties (Table 2)General Fabricating Properties (Table 3)FormabilityBendingHot FormingMachinabilityJoiningSurface FinishingColorCorrosion ResistanceEffect of TemperatureTypical Uses (Table 3)Part II—Cast Copper AlloysTypes of Casting AlloysEffects of Alloy Elements and ImpuritiesGeneral Characteristics (Table 11)Physical Properties (Table 12)Typical Uses (Table 11)