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Copper 110 Wire
C11000 / CW004A
Overview
Copper 110 wire (C11000) is the industry standard for electrical wiring, grounding, bonding, and general-purpose wire applications. With 100% IACS conductivity, it ensures maximum current-carrying capacity for any given gauge.
Product Specifications
Gauge RangeAWG 4/0 to AWG 40
FormSolid and stranded
TemperSoft annealed, ½ Hard, Hard-drawn
PackagingSpools, coils, and cut lengths
StandardsASTM B1, B2, B3
Chemical Composition
| Element | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|
| Copper (Cu) | 99.90% | — |
| Oxygen (O) | — | 0.04% |
Mechanical Properties
Tensile Strength (Annealed)32 ksi (221 MPa)
Tensile Strength (½ Hard)42 ksi (290 MPa)
Yield Strength (½ Hard)36 ksi (248 MPa)
Elongation (Annealed)45%
Elongation (½ Hard)14%
Rockwell Hardness (½ Hard)40 HRB
Shear Strength26 ksi (179 MPa)
Fatigue Strength14 ksi (97 MPa)
Physical Properties
Density8.89 g/cm³ (0.323 lb/in³)
Melting Point (Liquidus)1,083°C (1,981°F)
Electrical Conductivity100% IACS
Thermal Conductivity391 W/m·K
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion16.9 × 10⁻⁶ /K
Modulus of Elasticity117 GPa (17,000 ksi)
Applications for Copper 110 Wire
- Building and power wiring
- Grounding and bonding conductors
- Telecommunications cable
- Automotive wiring harnesses
- Industrial control wiring
- Magnet wire for motors and transformers
Fabrication & Joining
- Excellent capacity for cold working
- Excellent hot forming ability
- Soldering: Excellent
- Brazing: Good
- Butt Welding: Good
- Gas Shielded Arc Welding: Fair
- Not recommended for oxyacetylene, spot, or seam welding
- Annealing temperature: 370–650°C (700–1,200°F)
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