Copper is a non-ferrous nature metal. It can be combined with other elements to create new alloys. Alloys of different combinations are used in various industries. You may feel confused about the difference between copper, brass, and bronze. The following chart is gonna tell you.
Property |
Brass |
Bronze |
Copper |
Features |
The zinc element improve the strength and extensibility |
The tin improves the ability of corrosion resistance |
Excellent thermal conductivity and electrical conductivity |
Composition |
Copper and zinc |
Copper and tin |
Above 99.3% copper |
Color |
Range from yellow to red, depending on the composition of copper |
Dull gold |
Orange-tinted red |
Price |
Cheap |
Medium |
Expensive |
Melting point |
900℃-1000℃ |
950℃-1050℃ |
1084℃ |
Hardness |
55-73 |
40-420 (strong but brittle) |
89 |
Thermal conductivity |
120w/m·k |
24w/m·k |
397w/m·k |
Fatigue strength |
22mpa-360mpa |
90mpa-352mpa |
200mpa-375mpa |
Shear strength |
35000psi-48000psi |
35000psi-47000psi |
25,000 psi |
History |
Found in 500 BC. |
Found in 3500 BC. |
Found in 3000 BC. |