Enhanced strength, ductility and electrical conductivity of Cu–Te alloys via dynamic recrystallization and precipitation

The mechanical and electrical properties of continuously cast Cu-0.4 wt%Te alloy produced by continuous extrusion forming at 800 °C were investigated. It was found that this thermomechanical processing was an effective way to induce the formation of refined recrystallized grain and promote dynamic precipitation of Te atom, thereby simultaneously improving the strength, ductility and electrical conductivity of Cu-0.4 wt%Te alloy.