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Copper
High-conductivity pure metal
Copper is used where electrical and thermal conductivity are critical, including busbars, wires, heat sinks and conductive machined parts.
Density
8.94 g/cm³
Tensile strength
200-400 MPa
Max temperature
~200-250 °C
Pros
- Excellent conductivity
- Good corrosion resistance
- Ductile
Considerations
- Heavy
- Relatively soft
- Costly compared to steel
Manufacturing & industries
SheetWireBusbarMachined
ElectricalElectronicsIndustrial
Property profile
Strength
42
Lightness
16
Heat
48
Flexibility
68
Durability
65
Corrosion
72
Affordability
45