C48600

C48600 naval brass. Mostly used for machine hardware, screw machine products and valve stems, c48600 naval brass is great for hot forging and pressing and machining. With high ductility, naval brass has excellent electrical and thermal conductivity. C48600 naval brass has good creep resistance and high impact strength.


CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Elements Min (%) Max (%)
Cu 59.00 62.00
Pb 1.00 2.50
Sn 0.30 1.50
As 0.02 0.25
Total Others - 0.40
Zn Remainder

Mechanical Properties According To ASTM B124 (As Per Temper)
Mechanical property requirement, if any, are to be established by agreement between the manufacturer and the purchaser.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Melting Point – Liquidus °F 1645
Melting Point – Solidus °F 1635
Density lb/cu in. at 68°F 0.304
Specific Gravity 8.42
Electrical Conductivity % IACS at 68°F 25
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210⁻⁶ per °F (68 – 572°F) 13
Modulus of Elasticity in Tension ksi 14600
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

TYPICAL USES
  • Fasteners
  • Industrial
  • Marine