C3601
C3601 Free machining brass, produced from a combination of copper and zinc, has the highest machinability of all copper alloys, and is the standard against which all the others are compared to. C3601 Brass, known for its strength and resistance to corrosion with properties closely resembling that of steel, is one of the most popular copper alloys used today. C3601 Brass can be precision machined easily. Although ductile in its softened state, C3601 Brass is a strong material to work with and maintains its strength even under some of the most demanding conditions. C3601 Brass forms a thin protective “patina”, which, unlike steel and iron, will not rust when exposed to the atmosphere. As a high-density material, C3601 Brass is ideal for heavy industrial parts. C3601 Brass is also valued for its high polished finish. C3601 Brass is available in rounds, flats, squares,
hexagons, tube, plate, and sheet.
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
| Elements | Min (%) | Max (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Cu | 59.00 | 63.00 |
| Pb | 1.80 | 3.70 |
| Fe | - | 0.30 |
| Sn+Fe | - | 0.50 |
| Zn | Remainder | |
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES ACCORDING TO H3250 JIS C3601 (AS PER TEMPER BD)
| Range (mm) | From | To | UTS Min (N/mm²) | UTS Max (N/mm²) | PS Min (N/mm²) | Elongation Min (%) | Hardness Min | Hardness Max | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round (Dia) | 6.00 | 50.00 | 345.00 | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Hex (A/F) | 6.00 | 50.00 | 345.00 | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Square (A/F) | 6.00 | 50.00 | 345.00 | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Rectangle | Thickness | 6.00 | 50.00 | 345.00 | - | - | - | - | - |
| PHYSICAL PROPERTIES | |
|---|---|
| Melting Point - Liquidus °F | 1650 |
| Melting Point - Solidus °F | 1630 |
| Density lb/cu in at 68°F | 0.307 |
| Specific Gravity | 8.5 |
| Electrical Conductivity %IACS at 68°F | 26 |
| Thermal Conductivity BTU/ sq ft/ ft hr/ °F at 68°F | 67 |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-572 10⁻⁶ per °F (68 – 572°F) | 11.4 |
| Specific Heat BTU/ lb /°F at 68°F | 0.09 |
| Modulus of Elasticity in Tension ksi | 14000 |
| Modulus of Rigidity ksi | 5300 |
| 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 Welding | Not Recommended |
| Seam Welding | Not Recommended |
| Butt Welding | Fair |
| Capacity for Being Cold Worked | Fair |
| - | Fair |
| Machinability Rating | 100 |
TYPICAL USES
- Automotive
- Builders Hardware
- Consumer
- Fasterners
- Industrial
- Plumbing