C17300 rods contain a small amount of lead to provide an alloy suitable for automated machining operations, and lead promotes the formation of fine chips that increase tool life.

Chemical composition of C17300:

Copper + specified element Cu: ≥99.50

Nickel+Cobalt Ni+Co: ≤0.6 (wherein Ni+Co≮0.20)

Beryllium Be: 1.8~2.0

Lead Pb: 0.20~0.60

Electrical industry: switch parts, relay parts, electrical connectors, fuse clips, contact bridges, motor assemblies, navigation instruments, electrical switches and relay blades.

Fasteners: Washers, Fasteners, Lock Washers, Retaining Rings, Needle Rollers, Screws, Bolts

Industry: Bushings, non-sparking safety tools, shafts, pumps, springs, welding equipment, rolling mill components, splined shafts, pump components, valves, spring tubes, bellows, electrochemical springs, flexible metal hoses