UNS C10700 Oxygen Free Silver-Bearing Copper

UNS C10700 Oxygen Free Silver-Bearing Copper
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Grade: UNS C10700
Manufacturing Methods:HR, CR
Temper:M20, OS025, OS050, H00, H01, H02, H04, H08
THK: 0.5 - 80mm x W: 200-3100mm x L: 2000-8000mm
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UNS C10700 Oxygen Free Silver-Bearing Copper (OFS) Rods, Bars, Plates, and Wires Supplier
 

UNS C10700 Oxygen Free Silver-Bearing Copper, also known as CDA 107, is a high-purity copper alloy containing a small addition of silver for enhanced strength, thermal stability, and electrical conductivity. This material offers excellent resistance to oxidation and hydrogen embrittlement, making it ideal for high-temperature electrical, electronic, and vacuum applications. We supply C10700 Copper Rods, Bars, Plates, Sheets, and Wires in standard ASTM B170 / CDA 107 specifications, ensuring reliable performance for precision components, electrical contacts, and conductive parts.

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Products Description

 

UNS C10700 Oxygen Free Silver-Bearing Copper (OFS), also known as CDA 107, is a high-purity copper alloy that contains a small amount of silver (Ag) to improve its mechanical strength, thermal resistance, and electrical conductivity.
With an oxygen content below 0.001%, C10700 Copper provides exceptional resistance to hydrogen embrittlement and oxidation, ensuring long-term performance even at elevated temperatures.

We supply C10700 Oxygen Free Silver-Bearing Copper in various forms, including:

Rods / Bars / Plates / Sheets / Strips / Wires / Custom Machined Parts

Standard specifications: ASTM B170 / UNS C10700 / CDA 107

Available in metric and inch dimensions, with custom cutting and machining services

Chemical Composition (Typical)

 

Element Content (%)
Copper (Cu) 99.90 min
Silver (Ag) 0.03 – 0.12
Oxygen (O) ≤ 0.001
Others (total) ≤ 0.05

Mechanical, Physical & Fabrication Properties

Property Typical Value (Annealed) Typical Value (Cold-Worked / Hardened) Units
Tensile Strength (UTS) 250 – 300 350 – 450 MPa
0.2% Proof / Yield Strength 70 – 120 200 – 300 MPa
Elongation 30 – 45 10 – 25 %
Hardness 60 – 80 90 – 120 HV
Electrical Conductivity 98 – 100 % IACS
Thermal Conductivity 380 – 390 W/m·K
Density 8.89 g/cm³
Melting Point ≈ 1083 °C °C
Modulus of Elasticity 115 – 125 GPa
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 16.8 × 10⁻⁶ / °C (at 20–300 °C)

 

 

Fabrication Properties

 

Process Suitability / Remarks
Cold Working Excellent - alloy can be drawn, rolled, and formed with minimal cracking.
Hot Working Good - recommended temperature range 700 – 850 °C.
Machinability Good; similar to tough-pitch copper with slightly better chip formation.
Weldability / Brazing Excellent; silver-bearing copper welds cleanly without hot shortness.
Annealing Temperature 350 – 500 °C, followed by slow cooling.
Softening Resistance Superior to pure copper - retains strength up to 250–300 °C.

Product Form Standards

Product Form ASTM / ASME EN (Europe) ISO Notes
Sheet / Plate ASTM B152 EN 1652 ISO CuAg0.1 family General wrought Cu/Cu-alloy sheet & plate
Strip / Coil ASTM B152 EN 1652 ISO CuAg0.1 Cold-rolled strip for electrical components
Rod / Bar ASTM B187 EN 12163 (rod), EN 12164 (bar) ISO CuAg0.1 Machined parts, contacts, electrodes
Wire ASTM B272 EN 12166 ISO CuAg0.1 Fine wire for electrical contacts
Forgings / Forging Stock ASTM B124/B124M (stock) EN 12165 (forgings) ISO CuAg0.1 Switchgear, commutator parts
Tubes (mechanical) ASTM B111 (where applicable family) EN 12449 ISO CuAg0.1 Availability by enquiry; application-specific

Note: Exact clause coverage for CuAg (C10700 / CW013A) within each standard may vary by revision and manufacturer scope. For project compliance, we provide Mill Test Certificates (EN 10204 3.1) listing the delivered grade, chemistry, and test results against the applicable standard.

 

 

Common Names & International Identifiers

 

Copper Silver Alloy is commonly known as Silver-Bearing Copper and is widely used under multiple international designations. With approximately 0.08–0.12% silver addition, it offers enhanced softening resistance and mechanical strength compared to electrolytic tough pitch (ETP) copper while maintaining nearly full conductivity. The identifiers below cover global equivalences for CuAg0.1 and related grades such as UNS C10700.

Region / Standard Designation Standard Reference Common Name
UNS / CDA (USA) C10700 ASTM B152 / B187 / B272 Silver-Bearing Copper
EN (Europe) CW013A EN 1652 / EN 12163 / EN 12166 CuAg0.1
ISO CuAg0.1 ISO 1634-1 / ISO 5182 Silver-Bearing Copper
BS (United Kingdom) CuAg0.1 BS 2871 / BS 2874 (Historical) High-Conductivity Silver Copper
DIN (Germany) CuAg0.1 DIN 17666 / DIN 1787 Silberkupfer (Silver Copper)
JIS (Japan) C1070 JIS H3100 Silver-Bearing Copper

Other Trade Names: CuAg Alloy, CuAg0.1, Silver Copper, Silver-Bearing Copper, High-Conductivity Silver Copper, CuAg Alloy Rod, CuAg Contact Wire.
Supplied worldwide by Dongmeng steel Syndicate with full traceability, mill certification, and export-grade packaging.

Common Product Forms & Dimensions

 

Copper Silver Alloy (C10700 / CuAg0.1 / CW013A) is supplied by Dongmeng steel  in a full range of wrought forms - including bars, rods, plates, tubes, strips, wires, and custom profiles. Each product is manufactured to meet tight dimensional tolerances, with optional tempers such as Soft (O), Quarter Hard (H01), Half Hard (H02), Hard (H04), and Hard Drawn (H80) available on request. All material is delivered with full Mill Test Certificates (EN 10204 3.1) and conforms to ASTM, EN, and international standards.

Form Available Sizes (Imperial / Metric) Applicable Specifications
Round Bar 0.25" – 4" diameter
5 mm – 150 mm diameter
ASTM B187, ASTM B133
Flat Bar 0.093" – 4" thickness range ASTM B187
Hexagon Bar 0.25" – 4" A/F ASTM B187
Square Bar 0.25" – 4" square ASTM B187
Bus Bar 0.093" – 1" thickness ASTM B187
Tube (Seamless / Welded) OD: 3 mm – 300 mm
Wall Thickness: 0.5 mm – 20 mm
ASTM B68 / B75, ASTM B188
Sheet / Strip / Plate Thickness: 0.1 mm – 50 mm
Width: 100 mm – 600 mm
ASTM B152
Wire Fine and medium gauges (e.g. 0.08" section size for select tempers) ASTM B1, ASTM B2, ASTM B3
Shapes / Profiles Custom extruded or rolled forms Hot extruded or hot rolled stock

Applications

 

C10700 Oxygen Free Silver-Bearing Copper is widely used in electrical, electronic, aerospace, and vacuum equipment industries where conductivity and stability are critical.

Typical applications include:

Electrical conductors and bus bars

High-performance connectors and terminals

Resistance welding electrodes

Rotor and motor components

Vacuum tube and semiconductor bases

Cryogenic and superconducting equipment

Packaging & Delivery

Standard export seaworthy packaging (plastic film + wooden case)

Custom labeling and pallet packaging available

Fast delivery within 7–15 working days depending on order size

Global shipping with air, sea, and express logistics options

Quality Assurance

All UNS C10700 Oxygen Free Silver-Bearing Copper products are produced according to ASTM B170 / CDA 107 standards.
Each batch is tested and supplied with:

Material Test Certificate (MTC)

Chemical and mechanical analysis report

Dimensional inspection sheet

We ensure consistent quality, traceability, and performance for all supplied materials.

What is Oxygen Free Silver-Bearing Copper?

 

Oxygen Free Silver-Bearing Copper (OFC-Silver, C10700) is a high-purity copper alloy with a small silver content (0.015–0.05%) and ultra-low oxygen (≤0.0005%), offering excellent electrical and thermal conductivity with enhanced mechanical strength.

Features:

High electrical conductivity (≥101% IACS)

Excellent thermal conductivity (~398 W/m·K)

Low oxygen, high purity, resistant to hydrogen embrittlement

Silver improves high-temperature creep resistance and strength

Applications:

High-end electrical wiring and cables

Electronic components and connectors

Heat exchangers and industrial conductors

Vacuum and cryogenic equipment

In short, it is a high-conductivity, high-strength, low-impurity copper alloy ideal for electrical, electronic, and thermal applications.

Technical Comparison & Performance Analysis

1. Comparison with Standard Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC, C10200)

Property C10200 (OFC) C10700 (OFC-Silver) Notes
Copper Purity ≥99.95% ≥99.95% Both ultra-pure
Silver Content 0% 0.015–0.05% Silver enhances mechanical strength
Electrical Conductivity ≥101% IACS ≥101% IACS Essentially the same
Thermal Conductivity ~398 W/m·K ~398 W/m·K No significant difference
Tensile Strength 210–240 MPa 220–250 MPa Slightly stronger with silver
Elongation 35–50% 35–50% Comparable ductility
Creep Resistance Moderate Higher Silver improves high-temperature stability
Corrosion Resistance Excellent Excellent Both highly corrosion resistant

Analysis: C10700 maintains the high conductivity of OFC but offers better strength and creep resistance, making it suitable for mechanical stress applications and high-temperature environments.


2. Comparison with Electrolytic Tough Pitch Copper (ETP, C11000)

Property C11000 (ETP) C10700 (OFC-Silver) Notes
Copper Purity 99.90% ≥99.95% OFC-Silver is purer
Oxygen Content ~0.02–0.04% ≤0.0005% Lower oxygen reduces hydrogen embrittlement
Electrical Conductivity 100% IACS ≥101% IACS Slightly higher in C10700
Thermal Conductivity ~390 W/m·K ~398 W/m·K Better heat transfer in C10700
Mechanical Strength 210 MPa 220–250 MPa OFC-Silver stronger
Corrosion Resistance Good Excellent OFC-Silver more reliable in sensitive applications

Analysis: C10700 is purer, stronger, and more stable than ETP copper, ideal for high-performance electrical and thermal systems.


3. Performance Highlights of OFC-Silver (C10700)

Electrical & Thermal Conductivity: Maintains the highest conductivity, suitable for sensitive circuits and high-current applications.

Mechanical Strength: Silver addition improves tensile strength and creep resistance at elevated temperatures.

Purity & Reliability: Ultra-low oxygen content ensures minimal risk of hydrogen embrittlement and oxidation.

Versatility: Works well in aerospace, electronics, cryogenics, and high-end industrial applications.

Longevity: High corrosion resistance and mechanical stability extend service life compared to standard copper alloys.

 

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the main difference between C10700 and C10100 (Oxygen-Free Copper)?
A1: C10700 contains a small addition of silver (Ag) which enhances softening temperature and creep resistance, making it better for high-temperature electrical applications.

Q2: Is C10700 suitable for vacuum or high-purity environments?
A2: Yes. Its extremely low oxygen content (<0.001%) prevents outgassing and makes it ideal for vacuum systems and electronic components.

Q3: Can C10700 be welded or brazed?
A3: Yes. It can be brazed, soldered, and resistance welded effectively. Fusion welding should be performed with proper precautions.

Q4: What standards apply to C10700?
A4: The main standard is ASTM B170 – Standard Specification for Oxygen-Free Silver-Bearing Copper, also referred to as UNS C10700 / CDA 107.

Q5: Can I request custom machining or fabrication?
A5: Absolutely. We provide CNC machining, turning, drilling, and polishing services according to drawings or samples.

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