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Chemical Composition
Elements
Cu(1) Pb Zn Fe
(1) Cu + Sum of Named Elements 99.1% min.
Min (%) 57.0
Max (%) 59.0 0.25 Rem 0.35
Mechanical Properties *
Form Temper Temper Code Tensile Strength
(ksi)
YS-0.5% Ext
(ksi)
Elongation
(%)
Rockwell B scale
* Measured at room temperature, 68°F (20°C).
Rod & Bar Hard Drawn H80 70 Min
73 Typ
80 Max
44 Min
48 Typ
20 Typ
150 Typ
Physical Properties
Melting Point - Liquidus°F 1650
Melting Point - Solidus°F 1630
Densitylb/cu in. at 68°F 0.303
Specific Gravity 8.39
Electrical Conductivity% IACS at 68°F 29
Thermal ConductivityBtu/ sq ft/ ft hr/ °F at 68°F 58
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-21210 to -6 power per °F (68 – 212°F) 11
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210 to -6 power per °F (68 – 572°F) 121
Specific Heat CapacityBtu/ lb /°F at 68°F 0.09
Modulus of Elasticity in Tensionksi 12300
Fabrication Properties
Technique Suitability
Soldering Excellent
Brazing Excellent
Oxyacetylene Welding Good
Gas Shielded Arc Welding Fair
Coated Metal Arc Welding Not Recommended
Spot Weld Good
Seam Weld Not Recommended
Butt Weld Good
Capacity for Being Cold Worked Fair
Capacity for Being Hot Formed Excellent
Forgeability Rating 100
Machinability Rating 60
Common Fabrication Processes

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Thermal Properties
Treatment Minimum* Maximum* Medium
* Temperature is measured in Fahrenheit.
Solution Treatment 480 660 Air
Annealing 800 1150
Hot Working Temperature 1150 1380
Typical Uses

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Applicable Specifications

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Corrosion Properties

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