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Chemical Composition
Elements
Cu(1) Pb Zn Fe
(1) Cu + Sum of Named Elements 99.6% min.
Min (%) 62.0 1.5
Max (%) 65.0 2.5 Rem 0.15
Mechanical Properties *
Form Temper Temper Code Tensile Strength
(ksi)
Elongation
(%)
Rockwell B scale Section Size
(in)
* Measured at room temperature, 68°F (20°C).
Rod 1/2 Hard H02 50 Min for Standard
15 Min for Standard
0.75
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
60 Min for Standard
<0.50
1/4 Hard H01 42 Min for Standard
20 Min for Standard
40 Min for Standard
1.375
1/4 Hard H01 50 Min for Standard
15 Min for Standard
55 Min for Standard
0.75
1/4 Hard H01 50 Min for Standard
10 Min for Standard
<0.50
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
Physical Properties
Melting Point - Liquidus°F 1670
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 Fair
Capacity for Being Hot Formed Poor
Machinability Rating 90
Common Fabrication Processes
  • Machining
  • Roll Threading and Knurling
  • Turning
Thermal Properties
Treatment Minimum* Maximum*
* Temperature is measured in Fahrenheit.
Annealing 800 1100
Typical uses
Product Category Product Reason Category Reason
Industrial Adapters Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Adapters Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water
Adapters Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Petroleum Produsts
Adapters Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Adapters Forming Characteristics Cold Workability
Adapters Forming Characteristics Formability
Adapters Machining Characteristics Excellent Machinability
Adapters Mechanical Properties Ductility
Couplings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Couplings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water
Couplings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Petroleum Produsts
Couplings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Couplings Forming Characteristics Cold Workability
Couplings Forming Characteristics Formability
Couplings Machining Characteristics Excellent Machinability
Couplings Mechanical Properties Ductility
Flare Fittings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Flare Fittings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water
Flare Fittings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Petroleum Produsts
Flare Fittings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Flare Fittings Forming Characteristics Cold Workability
Flare Fittings Forming Characteristics Formability
Flare Fittings Machining Characteristics Excellent Machinability
Flare Fittings Mechanical Properties Ductility
Gears Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Gears Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water
Gears Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Petroleum Produsts
Gears Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Gears Forming Characteristics Cold Workability
Gears Forming Characteristics Formability
Gears Machining Characteristics Excellent Machinability
Gears Mechanical Properties Ductility
Pinions Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Pinions Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water
Pinions Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Petroleum Produsts
Pinions Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Pinions Forming Characteristics Cold Workability
Pinions Forming Characteristics Formability
Pinions Machining Characteristics Excellent Machinability
Pinions Mechanical Properties Ductility
Valve Stems Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Valve Stems Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Numerous Environments
Valve Stems Forming Characteristics Formability
Valve Stems Machining Characteristics Excellent Machinability
Valve Stems Mechanical Properties Ductility
Plumbing Plumbers' Brass Goods Forming Characteristics Flaring
Plumbers' Brass Goods Machining Characteristics Machinability
Plumbers' Brass Goods Mechanical Properties Better Ductility than C36000
Plumbing Fittings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Plumbing Fittings Forming Characteristics Cold Workability
Plumbing Fittings Machining Characteristics Machinability
Plumbing Fittings Mechanical Properties Ductility - better than C35300 or C36000
Applicable Specifications
Form Specific Sub-Form Application System Standard Description
Rod SAE J461 WROUGHT AND CAST COPPER ALLOYS
SAE J463 WROUGHT COPPER AND COPPER ALLOYS
Rod, Bar & Shapes ASTM B453/B453M COPPER-ZINC-LEAD ALLOY (LEADED-BRASS) ROD
Corrosion Properties

No Corrosion Properties Available.