Copper wire is generally considered soft.
While pure copper is a soft metal, the properties of copper wire can vary depending on whether it's pure copper or an alloy. Here's a breakdown:
- Pure Copper: Copper is naturally a soft metal and a great conductor of electricity. This makes it ideal for electrical wiring.
- Copper Alloys: Some copper wires are made with alloys, such as tin-plated copper. According to the reference, tin-plated copper features higher corrosion resistance than pure, uncoated copper.
Therefore, while copper itself is soft, specific alloys might exhibit slightly different hardness characteristics, though generally still softer than many other metals used in wiring applications.
