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Chemical Composition
Elements
Cu(1,2) Pb Sn Zn(3) Fe Ni As(4) Bi
(1) Cu value includes Ag.
(2) Cu + Sum of Named Elements 99.5% min.
(3) For optimum DZR properties , Zn should not exceed 38%.
(4) P may be substituted for As.
Min (%) 60.0 .10 .20 .05 .60
Max (%) 64.0 .25 .50 Rem .15 .20 .20 .90
Mechanical Properties *
Form Temper Temper Code Tensile Strength
(ksi)		 YS-0.5% Ext
(ksi)		 Elongation
(%)		 Rockwell B scale Vickers Hardness, 500 gm
* Measured at room temperature, 68°F (20°C).
Bar Cast and Annealed (homogenized) O10 50 Typ
 24 Typ
 20 Typ
 53 Typ
 102 Typ
Physical Properties
Melting Point - Liquidus°F 1688
Melting Point - Solidus°F 166
Densitylb/cu in. at 68°F 0.305
Electrical Conductivity% IACS at 68°F 28
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210 to -6 power per °F (68 – 572°F) 11.4
Specific Heat CapacityBtu/ lb /°F at 68°F 0.9
Modulus of Elasticity in Tensionksi 14504
Casting Characteristics

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Fabrication Properties
Technique Suitability
Soldering Excellent
Brazing Excellent
Oxyacetylene Welding Excellent
Gas Shielded Arc Welding Fair
Coated Metal Arc Welding Not Recommended
Spot Weld Good
Seam Weld Poor
Capacity for Being Cold Worked Good
Capacity for Being Hot Formed Good
Forgeability Rating 85
Machinability Rating 85
Common Fabrication Processes

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Thermal Properties

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Typical Uses

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Applicable Specifications

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Corrosion Properties

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