Copper | Mead Metals in Minnesota

Introduction

INTRODUCTION TO COPPER

We stock copper alloy 110, also referred to as electrolytic tough pitch (ETP). ETP and other coppers exhibit outstanding thermal conductivity, as well as 100% IACS minimum electrical conductivity. Copper alloys offer high resistance to soil corrosion and are extremely ductile.

Product Specification

Copper Product Specifications

Mead Metals stocks alloy 110 copper products in gauges from 0.005 up to 0.187. We offer annealed, quarter hard, half-hard, and full-hard tempers. Other copper alloys and tempers are available upon request. All of our copper products are available in sheet and coil.

To give added value to our copper products, Mead Metals offers a number of value-added services. We will:

Cut-to-length
Edge-roll
Precision slit
Shear

By offering these services in-house, we can save you time and money on your project and ship your product in your exact specifications.

Copper Physical & Chemical Properties

Copper
Alloy 110
ASTM B152
UNS Number C11000
Temper	Annealed	Quarter Hard	Half Hard	3/4 Hard	Full Hard	X-Tra HD	Spring Temper
Temper	Annealed	H01	H02	H03	H04	H06	H08
Chemical Composition
Copper %	99.9	99.9	99.9	99.9	99.9	99.9	99.9
Tensile Strength	26-38	34-42	37-46	41-50	43-52	47-56	50-58
*Rockwell F - Scale		60-84	77-89	82-91	86-93	88-95	91-97
*Superficial 30T		18-51	43-57	47-59	54-62	56-64	60-66
*For Reference Only

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Ordering

Minimum Order Quantities

Our Minimum Order Quantities enable us to suit metal product orders of all sizes. Every metal product we provide has its own MOQ, and for copper, our MOQ is 5-7 lbs. While we can, and will, support orders for quantities smaller than this, the minimum lot charge will remain the same for any quantities ordered at, or below, a metal’s MOQ. Additional variables apply depending on material thickness, width, and additional processing.

Production Process

1

Material is mined as an ore product

2

Copper concentrate is purified

3

Smelting, a high heat process, further purifies and allows form to be changed

4

Copper is cast into a final shape, such as coil strip

Pros/Cons

Pros:

Great electrical and thermal conductivity
Resistant to soil corrosion
Extremely ductile
Antimicrobial
Soft and malleable
100% recyclable

Cons:

Easily damaged during handling and shipping
Price fluctuates daily based on commodity trading

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Applications

Electronics & Communications

Due to its ductility and electrical and thermal conductivity, copper is oftentimes used in the production of electrical conductors, switches, transformers, and telecommunications.

Being naturally resistant to weathering and soil corrosion makes copper an ideal material for the production of roofing and plumbing applications.

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Home Furnishings

Well-known and easily identifiable by its golden, reddish color, copper has a long history of use for decorative and functional purposes.

Home decor is another area where copper is appreciated with its unique aesthetic. Copper’s beauty lends itself to mirrors, doorknobs, and fixtures.

Medical

Copper—the medical world's super metal. Copper is antimicrobial making it very effective at fighting both bacteria and viruses, even possessing the ability to kill viral pathogens such as influenza A as well as bacteria like E-coli.

Copper's antimicrobial properties also make it a popular material for the manufacturing of doorknobs and handrails in public buildings.

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Stock Items

Looking for Stock Copper?

Mead Metals stocks alloy 110 copper products in gauges from 0.005 up to 0.187. We offer annealed, quarter hard, half-hard, and full-hard tempers. Other copper alloys and tempers are available upon request. All our copper products are available in sheet and coil.

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