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Chemical Composition
Elements
Cu(1) Pb Sn Zn Fe
(1) Cu + Sum of Named Elements 99.6% min.
Min (%) 59.0 1.3 0.50
Max (%) 62.0 2.2 1.0 Rem 0.10
Mechanical Properties *
Form Temper Temper Code Tensile Strength
(ksi)
YS-0.5% Ext
(ksi)
Elongation
(%)
Rockwell B 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).
Rod 1/2 Hard H02 75 Typ
53 Typ
15 Typ
82 Typ
5.7 Typ 40 Typ
1 20
1/2 Hard H02 75 Typ
53 Typ
15 Typ
40 Typ
1
1/4 Hard H01 69 Typ
46 Typ
20 Typ
78 Typ
39 Typ
1 8
1/4 Hard H01 69 Typ
46 Typ
20 Typ
39 Typ
1
Soft Anneal O60 57 Typ
25 Typ
40 Typ
36 Typ
1
Soft Anneal O60 57 Typ
25 Typ
40 Typ
55 Typ
36 Typ
1
Physical Properties
Melting Point - Liquidus°F 1650
Melting Point - Solidus°F 1630
Densitylb/cu in. at 68°F 0.305
Specific Gravity 8.44
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) 11.8
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 Poor
Capacity for Being Hot Formed Good
Forgeability Rating 90
Machinability Rating 70
Common Fabrication Processes
  • Hot Forging and Pressing
  • Machining
Thermal Properties
Treatment Minimum* Maximum*
* Temperature is measured in Fahrenheit.
Annealing 800 1100
Hot Working Temperature 1200 1400
Typical uses
Product Category Product Reason Category Reason
Fasteners Fasteners Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Fasteners Corrosion Resistance Stress Corrosion Cracking Resistance
Fasteners Machining Characteristics Machinability
Industrial Gears Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Gears Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Gears Friction & Wear Properties Wear Resistance
Gears Machining Properties Machinability, Good
Gears Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Light Bearings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Light Bearings Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Light Bearings Friction & Wear Properties Wear Resistance
Light Bearings Machining Properties Machinability, Good
Light Bearings Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Screw Machine Parts Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Screw Machine Parts Machining Characteristics Machinability, Good
Screw Machine Parts Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Valve Stems Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Valve Stems Machining Properties Machinability, Good
Marine Marine Hardware Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Marine Hardware Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Marine Hardware Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Seawater Valve Stems Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance
Seawater Valve Stems Corrosion Resistance Corrosion Resistance to Salt Water
Seawater Valve Stems Friction & Wear Properties Wear Resistance
Seawater Valve Stems Machining Characteristics Machinability
Seawater Valve Stems Mechanical Properties Moderate Strength
Applicable Specifications
Form Specific Sub-Form Application System Standard Description
Bar Navel Brass ASTM B21/B21M NAVAL BRASS ROD, BAR AND SHAPES
FEDERAL QQ-B-639 BRASS, NAVAL, FLAT PRODUCTS (PLATE, BAR, SHEET AND STRIP)
ASTM B124/B124M COPPER AND COPPER-ALLOY FORGING ROD, BAR AND SHAPES
Forgings, Die (Hot Pressed) ASTM B283/B283M COPPER AND COPPER ALLOY DIE FORGINGS (HOT PRESSED)
ASME SB283 COPPER AND COPPER ALLOY DIE FORGINGS (HOT PRESSED)
Plate FEDERAL QQ-B-639 BRASS, NAVAL, FLAT PRODUCTS (PLATE, BAR, SHEET AND STRIP)
Rod Navel Brass ASTM B21/B21M NAVAL BRASS ROD, BAR AND SHAPES
ASTM B124/B124M COPPER AND COPPER-ALLOY FORGING ROD, BAR AND SHAPES
Shapes ASTM B124/B124M COPPER AND COPPER-ALLOY FORGING ROD, BAR AND SHAPES
Navel Brass ASTM B21/B21M NAVAL BRASS ROD, BAR AND SHAPES
Sheet FEDERAL QQ-B-639 BRASS, NAVAL, FLAT PRODUCTS (PLATE, BAR, SHEET AND STRIP)
Strip FEDERAL QQ-B-639 BRASS, NAVAL, FLAT PRODUCTS (PLATE, BAR, SHEET AND STRIP)
Corrosion Properties

No Corrosion Properties Available.