6912 FNB

6912 FNB is commonly referred to as a naval brass and issued typically in a wide range of marine and subsea Applications. This brass alloy offers superior strength and corrosion resistance and offers good property retention at cryogenic temperatures. With excellent hot formability and very good corrosion resistance.


CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Elements Min (%) Max (%)
Cu 61.00 64.00
Pb - 0.20
Sn 1.00 1.50
Fe - 0.10
Total Others - 0.50
Zn Remainder

Mechanical Properties According To IS 6912 (As Per Temper HB)
Range (mm) From To UTS Min (MPa) UTS Max (MPa) PS Min (MPa) Elongation Min (%) Hardness Min Hardness Max
Round (Dia) 1.5 75 340 - - 15 - -
Hex (A/F) 3 70 340 - - 15 - -
Square (A/F) 3 60 340 - - 15 - -
Rectangle Thickness 3 50 340 - - 15 - -

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Melting Point – Liquidus °F 1650
Melting Point – Solidus °F 1630
Density lb/cu in. at 68°F 0.304
Specific Gravity 8.41
Electrical Conductivity % IACS at 68°F 26
Thermal Conductivity Btu/ sq ft/ ft hr/ °F at 68°F 67
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210⁻⁶ per °F (68 – 572°F) 11.8
Specific Heat Capacity Btu/ lb /°F at 68°F 0.09
Modulus of Elasticity in Tension ksi 15000
Modulus of Rigidity ksi 5600
FABRICATION PROPERTIES
Technique Suitability
Capacity for Being Cold Worked Fair
Hot Worked Excellent
Machinability Rating 30%
Forge ability Rating 90%
Silver Alloy Brazing Excellent
Soft Soldering Excellent
Oxyacetylene Welding Good

TYPICAL USES
  • Fasteners
  • Industrial
  • Marine