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30% Copper Nickel Copper Alloy - CDA 715

30% Copper Nickel Copper Alloy (CDA 715) is a copper-nickel alloy consisting of approximately 30% nickel, known for its exceptional corrosion resistance, particularly in seawater, as well as high strength and good ductility. This alloy is commonly used in marine applications and industries that require reliable performance in harsh environments.

Chemical Composition

Element

Composition (%)

Copper (Cu)

69.0-71.5

Nickel (Ni)

29.0-33.0

Iron (Fe)

0.4-1.0

Manganese (Mn)

1.0 max

Lead (Pb)

0.05 max

Zinc (Zn)

1.0 max

Carbon (C)

0.05 max

Sulfur (S)

0.05 max

 

Physical Properties

Property

Value

Density

0.323 lb/in³ (8.94 g/cm³)

Melting Range

2140-2260°F (1171-1238°C)

Specific Heat

0.09 Btu/lb/°F (377 J/kg·K)

Electrical Conductivity

4.6% IACS

Thermal Conductivity

17 Btu/ft²/ft·h·°F (29 W/m·K)

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion

9.0 × 10⁻⁶ in/in/°F (16.2 × 10⁻⁶ m/m/°C)

Mechanical Properties

Property

Value

Tensile Strength

54,000-75,000 psi (372-517 MPa)

Yield Strength

20,000-70,000 psi (138-483 MPa)

Elongation

15-45%

Hardness

35-80 Rockwell B

Modulus of Elasticity

22,000 ksi (152 GPa)

Shear Modulus

8,300 ksi (57.2 GPa)

Poisson's Ratio

0.325

Thermal Properties

Property

Value

Melting Range

2140-2260°F (1171-1238°C)

Thermal Conductivity

17 Btu/ft²/ft·h·°F (29 W/m·K)

Specific Heat

0.09 Btu/lb/°F (377 J/kg·K)

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion

9.0 × 10⁻⁶ in/in/°F (16.2 × 10⁻⁶ m/m/°C)

Fabrication Properties

Property

Characteristic

Capacity for Cold Working

Good

Capacity for Hot Forming

Excellent

Machinability (Free Cutting Brass = 100)

20

Soldering

Excellent

Brazing

Excellent

Oxyacetylene Welding

Good

Gas Shielded Arc Welding

Excellent

Resistance Welding - Spot and Seam

Good

Resistance Welding - Butt

Good

Common Applications

Common applications for 30% Copper Nickel Copper Alloy (CDA 715) include:

  • Marine Hardware: Used for critical components such as valves, fittings, and fasteners in marine environments.
  • Shipbuilding: Employed in piping systems, hull fittings, and other structural components in vessels.
  • Heat Exchangers: Ideal for use in seawater heat exchangers due to its corrosion resistance and thermal conductivity.
  • Desalination Facilities: Components in desalination plants where seawater is processed.
  • Oil and Gas Industries: Utilized in offshore platforms and subsea equipment that require corrosion resistance.
  • Pumps and Compressors: Suitable for parts that handle corrosive fluids in various industrial applications.
  • Electrical Applications: Used for connectors and terminals in marine electrical systems for reliable performance.
  • Instrumentation: Components in gauges and sensors exposed to seawater or corrosive environments.
  • Pressure Vessels: Employed in pressure vessels designed for marine and industrial applications requiring durability.

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