ALBADUR is a specially engineered high-performance copper alloy developed for applications requiring high hardness, wear resistance, and thermal stability. Its beryllium-free composition makes it environmentally friendly and advantageous in terms of occupational safety. Thanks to its hardness, mechanical strength, and excellent thermal conductivity, ALBADUR delivers superior performance in various sectors—particularly in metal forming molds, resistance welding electrodes, and high-speed production systems.
By offering an optimal balance between hardness and conductivity, ALBADUR provides a solution that can withstand heavy loads while efficiently dissipating heat.
Technical Advantages:
- Beryllium-free and environmentally friendly alloy
- High hardness (typically HRc 38–44)
- Maximum resistance to wear and deformation
- Medium electrical conductivity with high thermal conductivity
- Suitable for machining and welding operations
- Stable performance in high-speed industrial systems
Primary Application Areas:
Resistance Welding: Spot welding electrodes, pressure tips
Tooling & Molding: Metal injection molds, hot runner components, die casting tools
Automotive & Home Appliances: Components exposed to friction in high-volume production lines
Electrical & Electronics: Heat sinks, thermal management components, conductive parts
Defense & Industrial Applications: Impact-resistant surfaces, protective copper plates
Quality Assurance:
ALBADUR undergoes rigorous quality control during production and is delivered with chemical analysis reports, hardness test results, and mechanical property certificates. The alloy fully complies with RoHS and REACH directives.
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
AVALIABLE STANDART
| EN | ASTM | AMS | DIN | RWMA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
APPLICATIONS
- Die Material for Forming
- Inserts for Plastic Industry
- Bending or Drawing Operations
SUPPLIED FORM
- Rings
- Plates
- Discs
- Centrifugals
- Round bars
- Square bars
- Rectangular bars
- Hexagon bars
- Custom shapes are available upon reques
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
| Density | Specific Heat | Electrical Conductivity | Electrical Conductivity (I.A.C.S.) | Thermal Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.9 g/mm3 | 0.39 J/g.K | 33 W/m.K |
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
| MATERIAL CONDITION | Tensile Strenght Rm N/mm² | Yield Strengh Rp 0,2 N/mm² | Elongation (A5) % | Hardness (Brinell) HB30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| nom. 1750 | nom. 725 | 0 | nom. 420 |
1. Machinery and Bearing Systems
Low-speed plain bearings
Bushings capable of operating dry or under irregular lubrication
Shaft bearings, sleeves, and slide/guide components
2. Deep Drawing Applications
Die material for deep-drawing and metal-forming operations
3. Pump and Compressor Applications
Support bearings operating on soft shafts
Cooling system components and seal rings
4. General Casting Components
Simple-shaped, high-volume casting parts
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