What is Aluminum Copper Clad Plate?
The aluminum copper clad plate is a clad material composed of an aluminum alloy plate and a copper plate, and its structure is composed of an aluminum alloy plate and a copper plate. Aluminum copper clad plates have the advantages of light weight, corrosion resistance, high strength, high temperature resistance, wear resistance, fatigue resistance, and good self-lubrication performance, and are widely used in construction, aviation, transportation, electronics, medical and other fields.
Aluminum Copper Clad Plate
Aluminum Copper Clad Plate
Features of Aluminum Copper Clad Plate:
The main features of aluminum copper clad plates are as follows:
Light weight: The weight of the aluminum/copper clad plate is only about 1/3 of the traditional pure aluminum plate, so it can greatly reduce the load of the building and reduce the structural cost.
Corrosion resistance: The surface of the aluminum copper clad plate has good corrosion resistance, which can effectively prevent the erosion of buildings by corrosive gases such as acid rain and salt spray.
High strength: Aluminum copper clad plates have very high strength and can be made into various structural parts or parts with complex shapes, uneven thickness and large loads.
High temperature resistance: Aluminum copper clad plates can withstand high temperatures up to 1000°C, so they are very useful in many high temperature applications.
Wear resistance: The wear resistance of aluminum copper clad plates is very good, it can effectively reduce friction, reduce wear and tear, and prolong the service life of buildings.
Conductivity: Aluminum conducts electricity even better than copper.
Recycling: Aluminum is 100% recyclable without losing any of its natural properties.
Specification of Aluminum Copper Clad Plate:
| Property | Specification |
| Standard | GB/T 3615, ASTM B432 |
| Base Metal | Aluminum (1060, 1100, 3003, etc.) |
| Clad Metal | Copper (T2 or C11000) |
| Cladding Ratio | 10-30% of total thickness |
| Total Thickness | 1.0-30mm |
| Width | 100-1500mm |
| Length | 500-6000mm |
| Bonding Strength | ≥60 N/mm² |
| Electrical Conductivity | ≥40% IACS |
| Surface Finish | Clean, smooth, free from defects |
| Applications | Electrical connectors, busbars, terminals |
| Temperature Resistance | Up to 350°C |
| Chemical Composition (Base Al) | Al ≥99.0% |
| Chemical Composition (Clad Cu) | Cu ≥99.9% |
| Hardness | 40-120 HB |
Applications of Aluminum Copper Clad Plate:
The application fields of aluminum copper clad plates include construction, aviation, transportation, electronics, medical treatment and other fields. Specific applications include but are not limited to:
Construction: Aluminum copper clad plates can be used for building exterior walls, interior partitions, stair railings, door and window frames, etc., due to their light weight, corrosion resistance, high strength, high temperature resistance, wear resistance, fatigue resistance, and good self-lubricating properties and other advantages, can improve the safety, comfort and durability of buildings.
Transportation: Aluminum copper clad plates can be used to manufacture automobile bodies, railway carriages, ship decks, rolling stock, aviation equipment, etc. Due to their light weight, high strength, and corrosion resistance, they can improve the load-carrying capacity and safety.
Electronics: aluminum copper clad boards can be used to manufacture electronic product casings,
Medical aspects: Aluminum copper clad plates can be used to manufacture medical device shells, such as medical beds, medical carts, operating tables, etc. Due to their light weight, high strength, and corrosion resistance, they can improve the service life and safety.
Applications of Aluminum Copper Clad Plate
Grade of Aluminum Copper Clad Plate:
1A97, 1A93, 1A90, 1A85, 1070, 1060, 5083, T2, T3, TP1, TP2, TU1, TU2, H80, H62, QSn6.5-0.1
Standard of Aluminum Copper Clad Plate:
GBT 8546-2007
Package of Aluminum Copper Clad Plate:
According to product characteristics and customer needs.
Remark of Aluminum Copper Clad Plate:
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FAQs of Aluminum Copper Clad Plate:
Q:Can you plate aluminum with copper?
A:In this process, clean aluminum parts are immersed in a strong alkaline solution containing zinc salts. As the oxide dissolves, a thin film of zinc covers the aluminum. The zinc film is then copper-plated using a highly alkaline copper cyanide solution.
Q:What is copper-clad aluminum used for?
A:The main applications for this type of conductor around the requirement to reduce weight. These applications include high-quality coils, such as voice coils in headphones or portable speakers; high-frequency coaxial applications, such as RF antennas and CATV distribution cables; and power cables.
Q:How long does copper-clad aluminum last?
A:Copper-coated, copper-clad aluminium and bare copper wires have an expected lifespan of a lifetime, whereas electrical fittings and lighting controls (such as dimmer switches) may need to be replaced after 10 years.
