Luois Metals stands out as a reliable manufacturer and supplier of Beryllium Chromium Copper Bars and Rods right in Houston, USA. They offer top-notch copper alloys that are designed for strength, conductivity, and durability. This unique alloy merges the impressive thermal and electrical conductivity of copper with the added toughness, wear resistance, and strength that beryllium and chromium bring to the table. Luois Metals is committed to precision manufacturing and follows global standards, ensuring that their products perform consistently well even in tough conditions. These bars and rods are popular across various sectors, including electrical, aerospace, automotive, and tooling industries, where a perfect blend of conductivity and mechanical strength is crucial.
Beryllium Chromium Copper Bars and Rods are mainly made of copper, enhanced with small yet impactful amounts of beryllium and chromium. This alloy showcases remarkable mechanical properties, such as high tensile and yield strength, outstanding hardness, and resistance to wear and fatigue. Plus, it maintains good thermal and electrical conductivity, which is a rarity among high-strength copper alloys. The beryllium boosts hardness and fatigue resistance, while chromium enhances corrosion resistance and stability at higher temperatures, making this alloy ideal for precision and high-performance applications.
Standard & Material | CDA 110 ETP, ASTM B124, ASTM B152, ASTM B187, ASTM B188, ASTM B272 |
HOLLOW RODS | Min Bore Size 20 mm and Max OD 100 mm |
ROUND RODS | 8mm To 100 mm |
HEX | 10mm To 60mm |
SQUARE | 10mm To 60mm |
FLAT | 10mm Min Thickness and max Width 120mm |
BILLETS | Up to 200 mm |
INGOTS | As per Specification |
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Cu |
O |
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Min/Max |
99.90 min |
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Nominals |
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0.04 |
Product Property | US Customary | Metric |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 9.4 · 10 6? per °F (68-212 F) | 16.9 · 10 6? per °C (20-100 C) |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 9.6 · 10 6? per °F (68-392 F) | 17.3 · 10 6? per °C (20-200 C) |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 9.8 · 10 6? per °F (68-572 F) | 17.6 · 10 6? per °C (20-300 C) |
Density | 0.322 lb/in3 @ 68 F | 8.91 gm/cm3 @ 20 C |
Electrical Conductivity | 101%IACS @ 68 F | 0.591 MegaSiemens/cm @ 20 C |
Electrical Resistivity | 10.3 ohms-cmil/ft @ 68 F | 1.71 microhm-cm @ 20 C |
Melting Point Liquid US | 1981 F | 1083 C |
Melting Point Solid US | 1949 F | 1065 C |
Modulas of Elasticity in Tension | 17000 ksi | 117000 MPa |
Modulas of Rigidity | 6400 ksi | 44130 MPa |
Specific Gravity | 8.91 | 8.91 |
Specific Heat Capacity | 0.092 Btu/lb/ °F at 68 F | 393.5 J/kg · °K at 293 K |
Thermal Conductivity | 226.0 Btu · ft/(hr · Ft2 · °F) at 68 F | 391.1W/m · °K at 20 C |
End Product | Specification |
Bar | ASME SB133, ASTM B152, SAE J461, J463 |
Bar, Bus | ASTM B187 |
Bar, Forging | ASTM B124 |
Rod | ASME SB133, MILITARY MIL-C-12166, SAE J461, J463 |
Rod, Bus | ASTM B187 |
Yes, Beryllium Chromium Copper bars and rods can be used at high temperatures due to their excellent thermal conductivity, strength, and stability.
Choose the right Beryllium Chromium Copper bars by considering application needs, grade, temperature tolerance, dimensions, corrosion resistance, and supplier quality.
Yes, Beryllium Chromium Copper bars are recyclable and retain their properties effectively after recycling.
You’ll find Beryllium Chromium Copper Bars and Rods widely used in industries that need both conductivity and durability. In the electrical field, they’re essential for connectors, switches, relays, and circuit breakers thanks to their excellent conductivity and wear resistance. The aerospace and automotive sectors rely on them for high-performance components that require strength, fatigue resistance, and thermal stability. In tooling and manufacturing, they’re used in injection mold tooling, resistance welding electrodes, and precision instruments. Their unique combination of strength, conductivity, and corrosion resistance makes them indispensable in advanced engineering applications.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Louis Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Houston, USA
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