As a metal, the most distinctive feature of copper is that it is a heat and electricity conductor
In addition, its easy formability and low cost of acquisition make it a field of use in different industries. Due to these superior physical and chemical properties there is a widespread use and consumption area for it in the industry. Copper, which has a red color, is a metal used due to with its electrical conductivity in the electrical and electronics industry, with its thermal conductivity feature in cooling systems and with its stainless feature as a coating material in the construction and building sector. Copper, an important metal throughout human history, is still seen as the basic raw material of many industrial sectors and preserves its value. We can list the sectors where copper use is more common as follows; Electric and electronic industry, Construction and building industry, Transportation industry, Industrial equipment, Chemical industry, Jewelery, Paint industry, Touristic goods.
- High thermal and electrical conductivity
- Resistance to water, steam and climate
- High shape-shifting ability
- Ductility in cold, good welding and soldering ability
Tensile strength : 20-25 kp/mm2
Yield limit: 4-8 kp/mm2
Hardness Hb10 : 45kp/mm2
Melting temperature: 1083cc
Fight temperature: 800-950cc
Recrystallization temperature: 100-400cc
Density: 8.95 g/cm3