C86300 is a high-strength, high-corrosion-resistant beryllium-aluminum bronze alloy wire. It is engineered to deliver exceptional mechanical properties, making it a premier choice for demanding applications that require durability under significant stress and in harsh environments. Its notable characteristics include excellent tensile strength, impressive fatigue resistance, and the ability to maintain performance under repeated loading cycles.
Primarily, C86300 wire is used in the manufacture of critical elastic and conductive components. Key applications include high-performance springs, electrical connectors, fasteners, and bearings in the aerospace, automotive, marine, and heavy machinery industries. Its reliability makes it suitable for parts where failure is not an option, ensuring long-term functionality and safety.
| Melting Point – Liquidus°F | 1693 |
|---|---|
| Melting Point – Solidus°F | 1625 |
| Densitylb/cu in. at 68°F | 0.283 |
| Specific Gravity | 7.83 |
| Electrical Conductivity% IACS at 68°F | 8 |
| Thermal ConductivityBtu/ sq ft/ ft hr/ °F at 68°F | 20.5 |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210 to -6 power per °F (68 – 572°F) | 12 |
| Specific Heat CapacityBtu/ lb /°F at 68°F | 0.09 |
| Modulus of Elasticity in Tensionksi | 14200 |
| Magnetic Permeability | 1.09 |