Economic Alloys

Sn-Cu Alloys: Cost-Effective Alternative to SAC

Cost-effective lead-free soldering solutions without quality compromises

Sn-Cu (Tin-Copper) alloys represent the ideal economic alternative to SAC alloys for general applications. With a melting point of 227°C and excellent mechanical properties, they offer an excellent quality-price ratio for lead-free soldering in industrial and electronic applications.

Why Choose Sn-Cu Alloys

Economic advantages and performance for industrial applications

Cost Optimized
Significant savings compared to SAC alloys thanks to the absence of silver. Ideal for high-volume production where cost is critical.
Stable Melting Point
Melting point 227°C, stable and predictable. Facilitates production process programming and reduces soldering defects.
RoHS Compliance
Completely lead-free alloys compliant with RoHS regulations. Suitable for electronics, automotive and industrial applications.
Application Versatility
Suitable for manual, automatic, wave soldering and reflow. General industrial and electronic applications.
Sn-Cu soldering wires for manual and automatic soldering
Sn-Cu solder pastes for reflow and wave soldering
Industrial applications with Sn-Cu alloys

Sn-Cu Alloy Technical Specifications

Technical characteristics and performance for industrial applications

CompositionSn (%)Cu (%)Melting Point
Sn99.3/Cu0.799.30.7227°C
Sn99.0/Cu1.099.01.0228°C
Sn98.5/Cu1.598.51.5229°C

Sn-Cu Application Sectors

Ideal applications for tin-copper alloys

General Electronics

Soldering of standard electronic components, PCBs, connectors. Ideal for high-volume production with limited budget.

General Industry

Non-critical industrial applications, wiring, electrical components. Excellent quality-price ratio.

LED Lighting

LED module soldering, drivers, lighting components. Adequate thermal resistance for standard applications.

Appliances

Electrical components for appliances, controls, sensors. Economic solution for mass production.

Sn-Cu vs SAC: Economic Comparison

Cost and performance analysis for optimal choice

CharacteristicSn-CuSAC 305Sn-Cu Advantage
Material CostLowHigh40-60% savings
Melting Point227°C217°CStable, predictable
Mechanical ResistanceGoodExcellentAdequate for general use
Electrical ConductivityGoodExcellentSufficient for standard applications
Thermal ResistanceGoodExcellentAdequate for normal temperatures

Recommendation: Sn-Cu for general applications and high-volume production, SAC 305 for critical applications and high reliability. Sn-Cu economic savings can be significant on large volumes.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sn-Cu Alloys

Answers to the most common questions about tin-copper alloys

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