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Free-Cutting Brass
Wrought
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Elements | ||||
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Cu(1) | Pb | Zn | Fe | |
(1) Cu + Sum of Named Elements 99.5% min. |
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Min (%) | 60.0 | 2.5 | ||
Max (%) | 63.0 | 3.0 | Rem | 0.35 |
Form | Temper | Temper Code | Tensile Strength (ksi) |
YS-0.5% Ext (ksi) |
Elongation (%) |
Rockwell B scale | Rockwell F scale | Shear Strength (ksi) |
Fatigue Strength** (ksi) |
Reduction of Area (%) |
Ultimate Tensile Strength in Shear (ksi) |
Section Size (in) |
Cold Work (%) |
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* Measured at room temperature, 68°F (20°C). ** Fatigue Strength: 100 x 106 cycles, unless indicated as [N] x 106. | |||||||||||||
Bar | 1/2 Hard | H02 |
45 Min for Standard |
17 Min for Standard |
15 Min for Standard |
60 Typ |
1.5 | ||||||
1/2 Hard | H02 |
40 Min for Standard |
20 Min for Standard |
1.5 | |||||||||
1/2 Hard | H02 |
40 Min for Standard |
20 Min for Standard |
3 | |||||||||
1/2 Hard | H02 |
50 Min for Standard |
10 Min for Standard |
65 Typ |
<0.50 | ||||||||
1/2 Hard | H02 |
45 Min for Standard |
15 Min for Standard |
<0.50 | |||||||||
Soft Anneal | O60 |
44 Min for Standard |
20 Min for Standard |
<1 | |||||||||
Soft Anneal | O60 |
40 Min for Standard |
25 Min for Standard |
22 Typ |
1.5 | ||||||||
Flat Products | 1/2 Hard | H02 |
56 Typ |
20 Typ |
62 Typ |
33 Typ |
0.25 | 11 | |||||
Rod | 1/2 Hard | H02 |
57 Typ |
25 Typ |
7 Typ |
65 Typ |
32 Typ |
20 Typ | <0.50 | ||||
1/2 Hard | H02 |
50 Min for Standard |
15 Min for Standard |
65 Typ |
1.5 | ||||||||
1/2 Hard | H02 |
45 Min for Standard |
20 Min for Standard |
55 Typ |
3.0 | ||||||||
1/2 Hard | H02 |
40 Min for Standard |
20 Min for Standard |
25 Min for Standard |
4.5 | ||||||||
1/2 Hard | H02 |
55 Min for Standard |
10 Min for Standard |
70 Min |
34 Min for Standard |
0.75 | |||||||
1/2 Hard | H02 |
58 Typ |
45 Typ |
25 Typ |
50 Typ | 34 Typ |
1 | 20 | |||||
1/2 Hard | H02 |
55 Typ |
44 Typ |
32 Typ |
52 Typ | 32 Typ |
2 | 18 | |||||
1/2 Hard | H02 |
68 Typ |
52 Typ |
18 Typ |
48 Typ | 38 Typ |
0.24 | 25 | |||||
Annealed | O61 |
49 Typ |
18 Typ |
53 Typ |
58 Typ | 30 Typ |
1 | ||||||
Hard | H04 |
65 Min for Standard |
6 Min for Standard |
0.625 | |||||||||
Hard | H04 |
70 Min for Standard |
4 Min for Standard |
78 Typ |
34 Typ |
0.375 | |||||||
Hard | H04 |
80 Min for Standard |
80 Typ |
38 Typ |
0.25 | ||||||||
Soft Anneal | O60 |
48 Min for Standard |
15 Min for Standard |
28 Typ |
30 Typ |
<1 | |||||||
Soft Anneal | O60 |
44 Min for Standard |
20 Min for Standard |
1.5 | |||||||||
Soft Anneal | O60 |
40 Min for Standard |
25 Min for Standard |
2.5 | |||||||||
Shapes | 1/4 Hard | H01 |
56 Typ |
20 Typ |
62 Typ |
33 Typ |
0.5 | 11 | |||||
1/4 Hard | H01 |
56 Typ |
45 Typ |
20 Typ |
33 Typ |
15 | |||||||
As Hot Extruded | M30 |
49 Typ |
18 Typ |
50 Typ |
68 Typ |
30 Typ |
0.5 | ||||||
As Hot Extruded | M30 |
49 Typ |
18 Typ |
50 Typ |
30 Typ |
Melting Point - Liquidus°F | 1650 |
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Melting Point - Solidus°F | 1630 |
Densitylb/cu in. at 68°F | 0.307 |
Specific Gravity | 8.5 |
Electrical Conductivity% IACS at 68°F | 26 |
Thermal ConductivityBtu/ sq ft/ ft hr/ °F at 68°F | 67 |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210 to -6 power per °F (68 – 572°F) | 11.4 |
Specific Heat CapacityBtu/ lb /°F at 68°F | 0.09 |
Modulus of Elasticity in Tensionksi | 14000 |
Modulus of Rigidityksi | 5300 |
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 | Fair |
Machinability Rating | 100 |
Common Fabrication Processes
- Machining
- Roll Threading and Knurling
Treatment | Minimum* | Maximum* | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
* Temperature is measured in Fahrenheit. | ||||
Annealing | 800 | 1100 | ||
Hot Working Temperature | 1300 | 1450 |
Product Category | Product | Reason Category | Reason |
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Architecture | Terrazzo Strip | Appearance | Color |
Terrazzo Strip | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Terrazzo Strip | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance to Chemicals | |
Terrazzo Strip | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Automotive | Fluid Connectors | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance |
Fluid Connectors | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Fluid Connectors | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Sensor Bodies | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Sensor Bodies | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Sensor Bodies | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Thermostat Parts | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Thermostat Parts | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Thermostat Parts | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Threaded Inserts for Plastic | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Builders Hardware | Fittings | Appearance | Appearance |
Fittings | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Fittings | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Fittings | Mechanical Properties | Ductility | |
Fittings | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Hardware | Appearance | Appearance | |
Hardware | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Hardware | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Hardware | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Lock Bodies | Appearance | Appearance | |
Lock Bodies | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Lock Bodies | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Lock Bodies | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Consumer | Hot Combs (to Straighten Hair) | Conductivity (Thermal) | Thermal Conductivity |
Hot Combs (to Straighten Hair) | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance to Chemicals | |
Hot Combs (to Straighten Hair) | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Hot Combs (to Straighten Hair) | Mechanical Properties | Retains Strength | |
Fasteners | Bolts | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance |
Bolts | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Bolts | Mechanical Properties | Ductility | |
Bolts | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Nuts | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Nuts | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Nuts | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Screws | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Screws | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Screws | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Industrial | Adapters | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance |
Adapters | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Adapters | Mechanical Properties | Ductility | |
Adapters | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Adapters | Solderability | Solderability | |
Automatic Screw Machine Parts | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Automatic Screw Machine Parts | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Automatic Screw Machine Parts | Mechanical Properties | Ductility | |
Automatic Screw Machine Parts | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Faucet Components | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Faucet Components | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Faucet Components | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Fluid Connectors | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Fluid Connectors | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Fluid Connectors | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Gauges | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Gauges | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Gauges | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Gauges | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Gears | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Gears | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Gears | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Gears | Mechanical Properties | Ductility | |
Gears | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Nozzles | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Nozzles | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Nozzles | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Nozzles | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Pinions | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Pinions | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Pinions | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Pinions | Mechanical Properties | Ductility | |
Pinions | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Pneumatic Fittings | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Pneumatic Fittings | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Pneumatic Fittings | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Screw Machine Products | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Screw Machine Products | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Screw Machine Products | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Unions | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Unions | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Unions | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Unions | Solderability | Solderability | |
Valve Seats | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Valve Seats | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Valve Seats | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Valve Seats | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Valve Stems | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Valve Stems | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Valve Stems | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Valve Stems | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Valve Trim | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Valve Trim | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Valve Trim | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Valve Trim | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Plumbing | Faucet Seats | Appearance | Appearance |
Faucet Seats | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Faucet Seats | Machining Characteristics | Machinability - Best of Lead Brasses | |
Faucet Stems | Appearance | Appearance | |
Faucet Stems | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Faucet Stems | Forming Characteristics | Roll Threading | |
Faucet Stems | Machining Characteristics | Machibability | |
Faucet Stems | Machining Characteristics | Machinability - Best of Lead Brasses | |
Plumbers' Brass Goods | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Plumbing Fittings | Appearance | Appearance | |
Plumbing Fittings | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Plumbing Fittings | Machining Characteristics | Machinability - Best of Lead Brasses |
Form | Specific Sub-Form | Application | System | Standard | Description |
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Bar | SAE | J461 | WROUGHT AND CAST COPPER ALLOYS | ||
AMS | 4610 | BRASS BARS AND RODS, FREE CUTTING, HALF-HARD | |||
SAE | J463 | WROUGHT COPPER AND COPPER ALLOYS | |||
ASTM | B16/B16M | FREE-CUTTING BRASS ROD, BAR AND SHAPES FOR USE IN SCREW MACHINES | |||
Rod | SAE | J463 | WROUGHT COPPER AND COPPER ALLOYS | ||
AMS | 4610 | BRASS BARS AND RODS, FREE CUTTING, HALF-HARD | |||
SAE | J461 | WROUGHT AND CAST COPPER ALLOYS | |||
ASTM | B16/B16M | FREE-CUTTING BRASS ROD, BAR AND SHAPES FOR USE IN SCREW MACHINES | |||
Shapes | SAE | J461 | WROUGHT AND CAST COPPER ALLOYS | ||
SAE | J463 | WROUGHT COPPER AND COPPER ALLOYS | |||
ASTM | B16/B16M | FREE-CUTTING BRASS ROD, BAR AND SHAPES FOR USE IN SCREW MACHINES | |||
Valves | MILITARY | MIL-V-18436 | VALVES, CHECK, BRONZE | ||
Wire | ASTM | B16/B16M | FREE-CUTTING BRASS ROD, BAR AND SHAPES FOR USE IN SCREW MACHINES |
Corrosion Properties
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The values listed above represent reasonable approximations suitable for general engineering use. Due to commercial variations in compositions and to manufacturing limitations, they should not be used for specification purposes. See applicable ASTM International specification references.
The values listed above represent reasonable approximations suitable for general engineering use. Due to commercial variations in compositions and to manufacturing limitations, they should not be used for specification purposes. See applicable ASTM International specification references.