| Alloy 390 was specifically designed for high power applications, providing a unique combination of high strength and high conductivity. Increasing power requirements are driving the need for lower conductor resistance to reduce joule heating. Higher thermal conductivity is critical to thermal management. Higher power requirements are creating harsh environments and higher operating temperatures. Alloy 390 provides excellent stress relaxation resistance at elevated temperatures increasing electrical contact reliability. Alloy 390 has good formability making it possible to create small form factor electrical contacts used in computer, telecommunication, automotive and appliance applications. Alloy 390 is available in strip form ranging from 0.003" to 0.010" thick. Information supplied by Brush Wellman Engineered Materials. Brush Engineered Materials Inc. changed its name to Materion Corporation in March 2011. |
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