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C38500
Elements | ||||
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Cu(1) | Pb | Zn | Fe | |
(1) Cu + Sum of Named Elements 99.5% min. |
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Min (%) | 55.0 | 2.5 | ||
Max (%) | 59.0 | 3.5 | Rem | 0.35 |
Form | Temper | Temper Code | Tensile Strength (ksi) |
YS-0.5% Ext (ksi) |
Elongation (%) |
Rockwell B scale | Torsion Modulus (ksi) |
Ultimate Tensile Strength in Shear (ksi) |
Section Size (in) |
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* Measured at room temperature, 68°F (20°C). | |||||||||
Shapes | As Hot Extruded | M30 |
60 Typ |
20 Typ |
30 Typ |
65 Typ |
5.4 Typ | 35 Typ |
1 |
Melting Point - Liquidus°F | 1630 |
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Melting Point - Solidus°F | 1610 |
Densitylb/cu in. at 68°F | 0.306 |
Specific Gravity | 8.47 |
Electrical Conductivity% IACS at 68°F | 28 |
Thermal ConductivityBtu/ sq ft/ ft hr/ °F at 68°F | 71 |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210 to -6 power per °F (68 – 572°F) | 11.6 |
Specific Heat CapacityBtu/ lb /°F at 68°F | 0.09 |
Modulus of Elasticity in Tensionksi | 14000 |
Modulus of Rigidityksi | 5300 |
Technique | Suitability |
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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 | Poor |
Capacity for Being Hot Formed | Excellent |
Machinability Rating | 90 |
Common Fabrication Processes
- Hot Forging and Pressing
- Hot forming and bending
- Machining
Treatment | Minimum* | Maximum* | ||
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* Temperature is measured in Fahrenheit. | ||||
Annealing | 800 | 1100 | ||
Hot Working Temperature | 1150 | 1350 |
Product Category | Product | Reason Category | Reason |
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Architecture | Architectural Forgings, Extrusions | Appearance | Appearance |
Architectural Forgings, Extrusions | Appearance | Color | |
Architectural Forgings, Extrusions | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Architectural Forgings, Extrusions | Forging Characteristics | Forgability | |
Architectural Forgings, Extrusions | Forming Characteristics | Formability | |
Architectural Forgings, Extrusions | Forming Characteristics | Hot Workable | |
Architectural Forgings, Extrusions | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Architectural Forgings, Extrusions | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Architectural Moldings | Appearance | Color | |
Architectural Moldings | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Architectural Moldings | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Bathroom Partition Brackets | Appearance | Color | |
Bathroom Partition Brackets | Mechanical Properties | Strength | |
Bathroom Partition Brackets | Plating Characteristics | Chrome Plateable | |
Door Frames | Appearance | Color | |
Door Frames | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Door Frames | Forging Characteristics | Forgability | |
Door Frames | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Elevator Trim | Appearance | Color | |
Elevator Trim | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Elevator Trim | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Handrails | Appearance | Color | |
Handrails | Corrosion Resistance | Weather Resistant - Corrosion | |
Handrails | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Privacy Sun Grills | Appearance | Color | |
Privacy Sun Grills | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Privacy Sun Grills | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Shower Doors | Appearance | Color | |
Shower Doors | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Shower Doors | Plating Characteristics | Chrome Plateable | |
Store Fronts | Appearance | Appearance | |
Store Fronts | Appearance | Color | |
Store Fronts | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Store Fronts | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Store Fronts | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Terrazzo Strip | Appearance | Color | |
Thresholds | Appearance | Color | |
Thresholds | Corrosion Resistance | Weather Resistant - Corrosion | |
Thresholds | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Thresholds | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Trim | Appearance | Appearance | |
Trim | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Trim | Forming Characteristics | Formability | |
Trim | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Trim | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Window Mullions | Appearance | Color | |
Window Mullions | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Window Mullions | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Builders Hardware | Butts | Appearance | Appearance |
Butts | Appearance | Color | |
Butts | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Butts | Forming Characteristics | Formability | |
Butts | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Butts | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Drawer Handles | Appearance | Color | |
Drawer Handles | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Drawer Handles | Forging Characteristics | Forgability | |
Drawer Handles | Forging Characteristics | Hot Die forgability | |
Drawer Handles | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Drawer Pulls | Appearance | Color | |
Drawer Pulls | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Drawer Pulls | Forging Characteristics | Forgability | |
Drawer Pulls | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Hinges | Appearance | Color | |
Hinges | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Hinges | Forging Characteristics | Forgability | |
Hinges | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Lock Bodies | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Lock Bodies | Corrosion Resistance | Weather Resistant - Corrosion | |
Lock Bodies | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Lock Bodies | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Lock Cams | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Lock Cams | Corrosion Resistance | Weather Resistant - Corrosion | |
Lock Cams | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Lock Cams | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Slide Bolts | Appearance | Color | |
Slide Bolts | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Slide Bolts | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Consumer | Fireplace Screens | Appearance | Color |
Fireplace Screens | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Fireplace Screens | Forging Characteristics | Forgability | |
Fireplace Screens | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Funeral Urns | Appearance | Color | |
Funeral Urns | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Funeral Urns | Forging Characteristics | Forgability | |
Funeral Urns | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Handles | Appearance | Color | |
Handles | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Handles | Forging Characteristics | Forgability | |
Handles | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
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 | Moderate Strength | |
Hot Combs (to Straighten Hair) | Mechanical Properties | Retains Strength | |
Lamps | Appearance | Color | |
Lamps | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Lamps | Forging Characteristics | Forgability | |
Lamps | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Picture Frames | Appearance | Color | |
Picture Frames | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Picture Frames | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Squeegee Retainers | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Squeegee Retainers | Durability | Durability - Architecture | |
Squeegee Retainers | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Straight Edges | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Industrial | Forgings | Appearance | Appearance |
Forgings | Appearance | Color | |
Forgings | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Forgings | Forging Characteristics | Forgability | |
Forgings | Forming Characteristics | Formability | |
Forgings | Forming Characteristics | Hot Workable | |
Forgings | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Forgings | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Gauges | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Gauges | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Gauges | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Gauges | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Press Brake Ram Clamps | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Press Brake Ram Clamps | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Press Brake Ram Clamps | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
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 | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water | |
Valve Stems | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water | |
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 | |
Valves | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Valves | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Valves | Machining Characteristics | Machinability | |
Valves | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Wheeled Racks | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance | |
Wheeled Racks | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance | |
Wheeled Racks | Mechanical Properties | Moderate Strength | |
Ordnance | Gun Sights | Corrosion Resistance | Corrosion Resistance |
Gun Sights | Durability | Durability - Architecture | |
Gun Sights | Friction & Wear Properties | Wear Resistance |
Form | Specific Sub-Form | Application | System | Standard | Description |
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Shapes | ASTM | B455 | COPPER-ZINC-LEAD ALLOY (LEADED-BRASS) EXTRUDED SHAPES |
Corrosion Properties