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What Is Tellurium Copper Strip?

Dec 05, 2025

Tellurium bronze material, American ASTM standard grade C14500, is a high-conductivity, easy-to-machine copper alloy developed by the United States in the 1960s based on its industrial development needs. This material filled the gap in copper alloy precision machining materials and has been widely used in various industrial fields due to its excellent performance.

 

Chemical composition of tellurium copper strip:

National Standard/American Standard

Cu

Te

P

O

QTe0.3

Balance

0.2-0.3

≤0.012

≤0.003

 

Tellurium copper strip QTe0.3 (JT118) is a high-conductivity, arc-resistant alloy that can meet low temperature rise and high voltage arc resistance tests at the application end. It is suitable for high voltage DC relays, connectors, automotive terminal connectors, etc.

 

Characteristics of Tellurium Copper Strip QTe0.3

Easy Machinability

Tellurium copper C14500 contains 0.4-0.7% tellurium. The addition of this trace element significantly improves the cutting performance of copper, making it an ideal precision machining material.

 

High Conductivity and Thermal Conductivity

Tellurium copper C14500 retains the high electrical conductivity and high thermal conductivity of copper, making it suitable for electrical components requiring high conductivity and applications requiring efficient heat dissipation.

 

Corrosion Resistance and Arc Erosion Resistance

Tellurium copper C14500 exhibits excellent corrosion resistance and arc erosion resistance in various environments, extending the material's service life.

 

Excellent Cold and Hot Processing Properties

Tellurium copper C14500 has good cold and hot processing properties and can be processed by forging, casting, extrusion, drawing, and stamping.

 

Low Temperature Rise

In operation, the tellurium copper strip has a low temperature rise, reducing the risk of overheating and enhancing system safety and reliability.

 

Improved High-Temperature Softening Performance

Compared with traditional red copper TU1, the high-temperature softening performance of tellurium copper strip is significantly improved, ensuring it maintains good mechanical strength and shape stability in high-temperature environments.

Physical properties:

Density

8.9g/cm3

Thermal Conductivity @20℃

355W/(m∙K)

Specific Heat Capacity

388J/(kg∙K)

Elastic Modulus

110GPa

Thermal Expansion Coefficient

17.6x10-6/K

Processing properties:

Cold Processing

Excellent

Plating Performance

Good

Corrosion Resistance

Excellent

Resistance Welding Performance

Good

Soft Solderability

Good

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Tellurium copper strip QTe0.3 (JT118) has become an important material in modern industry and technology due to its high conductivity, arc resistance, and excellent high-temperature mechanical properties. Whether in high-voltage DC relays, connectors, or automotive terminal connectors, tellurium copper strip QTe0.3 (JT118) demonstrates unparalleled advantages, providing reliable and efficient solutions for various industries. Choosing tellurium copper strip QTe0.3 (JT118) means choosing a high-performance and sustainable future.

Grade

State

Thickness (mm)

Width (mm)

Tensile Strength (MPa)

Hardness (HV5)

Elongation (A11.3%)

JT118

H02

1.0-5.0

20-400

245-325

90-115

10

H04

1.0-5.0

20-400

260-350

95-120

10

 

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