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Chemical Composition
Elements
Cu(1) Pb Zn Fe(2)
(1) Cu + Sum of Named Elements 99.6% min.
(2) For flat products, the iron shall be 0.10% max.
Min (%) 62.0 0.8
Max (%) 65.0 1.5 Rem 0.15
Mechanical Properties *
Form Temper Temper Code Tensile Strength
(ksi)
YS-0.5% Ext
(ksi)
Elongation
(%)
Rockwell B scale Rockwell F scale Rockwell 30T scale Shear Strength
(ksi)
Torsion Modulus
(ksi)
Ultimate Tensile Strength in Shear
(ksi)
Section Size
(in)
Cold Work
(%)
* Measured at room temperature, 68°F (20°C).
Flat Products 1/2 Hard H02 61 Typ
50 Typ
21 Typ
70 Typ
65 Typ
40 Typ
0.04
1/4 Hard H01 54 Typ
40 Typ
41 Typ
55 Typ
54 Typ
36 Typ
0.04
Extra Hard H06 85 Typ
62 Typ
5 Typ
45 Typ
0.04
Hard H04 74 Typ
60 Typ
7 Typ
80 Typ
69 Typ
43 Typ
0.04
Nominal Grain Size 0.025 mm OS025 51 Typ
19 Typ
53 Typ
72 Typ
36 Typ
0.04
Nominal Grain Size 0.035 mm OS035 49 Typ
17 Typ
54 Typ
68 Typ
31 Typ
34 Typ
0.04
Nominal Grain Size 0.050 mm OS050 47 Typ
15 Typ
60 Typ
64 Typ
26 Typ
0.04
Flat Products & Wire 1/4 Hard H01 54 Typ
40 Typ
41 Typ
36 Typ
0.04
1/4 Hard H01 70 Typ
13 Typ
42 Typ
0.08
Flat Products, Rod & Bar 1/2 Hard H02 63 Typ
48 Typ
30 Typ
40 Typ
1
1/2 Hard H02 88 Typ
7 Typ
46 Typ
0.08
1/2 Hard H02 61 Typ
50 Typ
21 Typ
40 Typ
0.04
Nominal Grain Size 0.025 mm OS025 50 Typ
20 Typ
60 Typ
34 Typ
1
Nominal Grain Size 0.025 mm OS025 51 Typ
19 Typ
53 Typ
34 Typ
0.04
Nominal Grain Size 0.025 mm OS025 50 Typ
50 Typ
34 Typ
0.08
Rod 1/2 Hard H02 50 Min for Standard
20 Min for Standard
15 Min for Standard
1.375
1/2 Hard H02 57 Min for Standard
7 Min for Standard
<0.50
1/2 Hard H02 55 Min for Standard
10 Min for Standard
0.75
1/4 Hard H01 50 Min for Standard
15 Min for Standard
0.75
1/4 Hard H01 52 Min for Standard
10 Min for Standard
<0.50
1/4 Hard H01 42 Min for Standard
20 Min for Standard
60 Typ
36 Typ
1.375 10
Nominal Grain Size 0.025 mm OS025 50 Typ
19 Typ
60 Typ
70 Typ
34 Typ
5.7 Typ 1
Soft Anneal O60 46 Min for Standard
20 Min for Standard
<0.50
Soft Anneal O60 40 Min for Standard
30 Min for Standard
1.375
Soft Anneal O60 44 Min for Standard
25 Min for Standard
0.75
Wire 1/2 Hard H02 88 Typ
15 Typ
46 Typ
0.08
1/8 Hard H00 58 Typ
45 Typ
38 Typ
0.08
Nominal Grain Size 0.025 mm OS025 50 Typ
60 Typ
34 Typ
0.08
Physical Properties
Melting Point - Liquidus°F 1700
Melting Point - Solidus°F 1630
Densitylb/cu in. at 68°F 0.306
Specific Gravity 8.47
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) 11.3
Specific Heat CapacityBtu/ lb /°F at 68°F 0.09
Modulus of Elasticity in Tensionksi 15000
Modulus of Rigidityksi 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 Good
Capacity for Being Hot Formed Poor
Machinability Rating 70
Common Fabrication Processes
  • Blanking
  • Heading and Upsetting
  • Machining
  • Piercing and Punching
  • Roll Threading and Knurling
  • Stamping
Thermal Properties
Treatment Minimum* Maximum*
* Temperature is measured in Fahrenheit.
Annealing 800 1200
Typical uses
Product Category Product Reason Category Reason
Automotive Valve Stems for Tires Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Valve Stems for Tires Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to the Atmosphere
Valve Stems for Tires Machining Characteristics Machinability
Valve Stems for Tires Mechanical Properties Ductility
Valve Stems for Tires Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Builders Hardware Butts Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Butts Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water
Butts Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Butts Machining Characteristics Machinability
Butts Mechanical Properties Ductility
Butts Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Consumer Engravings Appearance Appearance
Engravings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Engravings Machining Characteristics Machinability
Engravings Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Electrical Threaded Connectors Conductivity (Electrical) Electrical Conductivity
Threaded Connectors Conductivity (Thermal) Thermal Conductivity
Threaded Connectors Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Threaded Connectors Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water
Threaded Connectors Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Threaded Connectors Forming Characteristics Formability
Threaded Connectors Machining Characteristics Machinability
Threaded Connectors Mechanical Properties Ductility
Threaded Connectors Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Fasteners Nuts Appearance Appearance
Nuts Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Nuts Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water
Nuts Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Nuts Machining Characteristics Machinability
Rivets Appearance Appearance
Rivets Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Rivets Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water
Rivets Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Rivets Machining Characteristics Machinability
Screws Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Screws Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water
Screws Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Screws Machining Characteristics Machinability
Industrial Couplings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Couplings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water
Couplings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Couplings Machining Characteristics Machinability
Couplings Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Dials Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Dials Machining Characteristics Machinability
Dials Mechanical Properties Ductility
Dials Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Flare Fittings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Flare Fittings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Flare Fittings Machining Characteristics Machinability
Flare Fittings Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Gears Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Gears Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water
Gears Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Gears Machining Characteristics Machinability
Gears Mechanical Properties Ductility
Gears Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Instrument Plates Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Instrument Plates Machining Characteristics Machinability
Instrument Plates Mechanical Properties Ductility
Instrument Plates Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Nuts, Screws Rivets Conductivity (Electrical) Electrical Conductivity
Nuts, Screws Rivets Conductivity (Thermal) Thermal Conductivity
Nuts, Screws Rivets Softening Resistance Resistance to Softening
Screw Machine Products Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Screw Machine Products Machining Characteristics Machinability
Screw Machine Products Mechanical Properties Ductility
Screw Machine Products Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Ordnance Drawn Shells Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Drawn Shells Machining Characteristics Machinability
Drawn Shells Mechanical Properties Ductility
Drawn Shells Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Plumbing Plumbers' Brass Goods Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Plumbers' Brass Goods Forming Characteristics Formability
Plumbers' Brass Goods Mechanical Properties Ductility - Cold Workable
Plumbers' Brass Goods Solderability Solderability
Plumbing Fittings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Plumbing Fittings Forming Characteristics Formability
Plumbing Fittings Mechanical Properties Ductility - Cold Workable
Plumbing Fittings Solderability Solderability
Applicable Specifications
Form Specific Sub-Form Application System Standard Description
Bar ASTM B121/B121M LEADED BRASS PLATE, SHEET, STRIP AND ROLLED BAR
Plate ASTM B121/B121M LEADED BRASS PLATE, SHEET, STRIP AND ROLLED BAR
Rod, Bar & Shapes ASTM B453/B453M COPPER-ZINC-LEAD ALLOY (LEADED-BRASS) ROD
Sheet ASTM B121/B121M LEADED BRASS PLATE, SHEET, STRIP AND ROLLED BAR
Strip ASTM B121/B121M LEADED BRASS PLATE, SHEET, STRIP AND ROLLED BAR
Corrosion Properties

No Corrosion Properties Available.