Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
UNS C12000 and UNS C17200 are both copper grades.
Both fall under the Copper Alloys category.
UNS C12000 is defined under Unified Numbering System (UNS), originating from United States, while UNS C17200 is defined under Unified Numbering System (UNS), originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, UNS C12000 vs UNS C17200 is a 60.3% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
UNS C12000
UNS C17200
Yield Strength
~69 MPa (annealed O60)
~1030-1200 MPa (TH04 fully aged)
Tensile Strength
~220 MPa (annealed O60)
~1170-1380 MPa (TH04 fully aged)
Elongation
~45% (annealed O60)
~3-10% (TH04 fully aged)
Note
Phosphorized copper (low P), values for soft annealed condition
UNS C12000 specifies P which is not specified for UNS C17200.
UNS C17200 specifies Be, Al, Si, Ni+Co which are not specified for UNS C12000.
Can UNS C12000 Be Substituted With UNS C17200?
UNS C12000 and UNS C17200 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
What is the difference between UNS C12000 and UNS C17200?
UNS C12000 specifies P which is not specified for UNS C17200. UNS C17200 specifies Be, Al, Si, Ni+Co which are not specified for UNS C12000.
Can UNS C12000 be substituted with UNS C17200?
UNS C12000 and UNS C17200 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.