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CW607N
Brass is, at its core, a copper alloy blended with zinc. This alloy boasts both strength and ease of shaping, stamping, or drawing, rendering it a ubiquitous selection across a wide array of applications. The ability to adjust the quantity of zinc permits the attainment of a diverse range of properties, encompassing varying degrees of corrosion resistance, ductility, and appropriateness for machining.
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Elements | Min (%) | Max (%) |
Cu | 60.00 | 61.00 |
Pb | 0.80 | 1.60 |
Fe | – | 0.20 |
Sn | – | 0.20 |
Ni | – | 0.30 |
Al | – | 0.05 |
Total Others | – | 0.20 |
Zn | Remainder |
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES ACCORDING TO EN12164 (AS PER TEMPER R410)
Range (mm) | From | To | UTS Min (N/mm²) | PS Min (N/mm²) | Elongation Min (%) | Hardness Min | Hardness Max |
Round (Dia) | 2 | 40 | 410 | 230 | 12 | – | – |
Hex (A/F) | 2 | 35 | 410 | 230 | 12 | – | – |
Square (A/F) | 2 | 35 | 410 | 230 | 12 | – | – |
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES | |
Melting Point – Liquidus°F | 1650 |
Melting Point – Solidus°F | 1630 |
Density lb/cu in. at 68°F | 0.304 |
Specific Gravity | 8.41 |
Electrical Conductivity % IACS at 68°F | 27 |
Thermal Conductivity Btu/ sq ft/ ft hr/ °F at 68°F | 69 |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210⁻⁶ per °F (68 – 572°F) | 11.6 |
Specific Heat Capacity Btu/ lb /°F at 68°F | 0.09 |
Modulus of Elasticity in Tension ksi | 15000 |
Modulus of Rigidity ksi | 5600 |
FABRICATION PROPERTIES | |
Technique | Suitability |
Soldering | Excellent |
Brazing | Good |
Oxyacetylene Welding | Not Recommended |
Gas Shielded Arc Welding | Not Recommended |
Coated Metal Arc Welding | Not Recommended |
Spot Weld | Not Recommended |
Seam Weld | Not Recommended |
Butt Weld | Fair |
Capacity for Being Cold Worked | Fair |
Capacity for Being Hot Formed | Excellent |
Machinability Rating | 70 |