Copper Sheet, Plate and Strip Guide: C11000, C10100 and C12200 Grades and Tempers
2026/10/12
Copper Sheet, Plate and Strip: A Practical Buying Guide
Copper sheet, plate and strip are used across electrical, architectural, roofing, electronics and industrial applications. The right grade and temper balance conductivity, formability and cost. Here is a simple guide to help global buyers specify accurately.
Common Grades at a Glance
| Grade | Key Feature | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| C11000 (ETP) | High conductivity, economical | Busbars, roofing, electrical parts |
| C10100 (OFHC) | Oxygen-free, highest conductivity | Electronics, vacuum devices |
| C12200 (DHP) | Phosphor deoxidized, great for welding | Heat exchangers, plumbing, HVAC |
Thickness, Temper and Form
We supply sheet, plate and strip across a wide thickness range, in tempers such as soft (annealed), half-hard and hard. Thinner strip suits stamped and electrical parts, while thicker plate supports busbars, gaskets and industrial components. Tell us how the material will be formed or bent and we will recommend the right temper.
Selection Checklist
- Conductivity: electronics demand the highest-purity grades.
- Forming: deep drawing favors softer tempers.
- Environment: roofing and marine uses benefit from good corrosion resistance.
- Finish: mill, polished, brushed or coated.
- Format: cut-to-size sheet, strip coils or plate.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Buyers sometimes choose material by price alone and overlook temper, thickness tolerance or surface quality. The wrong temper may crack during bending, while poor flatness can cause problems in automated stamping. Always confirm the full specification, including tolerances and packing, before ordering.
Quality You Can Rely On
Every batch is checked for thickness, flatness, surface quality and mechanical properties, and certified for conductivity where required. We provide mill certificates so your engineers can verify the material matches the specification.
Market Note
Copper sheet and strip prices move with the metal market, and with copper trading near record highs even a small price change can affect a large order. Confirm the latest quotation, agree on a clear price basis, and consider buying in staged volumes to balance cost and cash flow. Our team tracks the market daily and helps buyers time their purchases, while direct factory supply keeps intermediary costs low. Samples let you verify quality before committing to a large quantity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you supply small trial quantities? Yes, trial orders are welcome.
Do you provide certificates? Yes, mill certificates ship with every order.
Can you cut to size? Yes, cut-to-length and slitting are available.
Share your grade, thickness, temper, size and quantity, and we will quote competitive prices with short lead times and samples for your evaluation.
