C4622
DESCRIPTION
C4622 Naval Brass is mostly used for machine hardware, screw machine products and valve stems. C4622 Naval Brass is great for hot forging, pressing and machining. With high ductility, C4622 Naval Brass has excellent electrical and thermal conductivity. C4622 Naval Brass has a good creep resistance and high impact strength.
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
| Elements |
Min (%) |
Max (%) |
| Cu | 61.00 | 64.00 |
| Pb | - | 0.30 |
| Sn | 0.70 | 1.50 |
| Fe | - | 0.20 |
| Zn |
Remainder |
Mechanical Properties According To BS287 (As Per Temper M)
| Range (mm) |
From |
To |
UTS Min (MPa) |
PS Min |
Elongation Min (%) |
Hardness Min (HRB) |
Hardness Max (HRB) |
| Round (Dia) | 1.5 | 75 | 365 | - | 20 | - | - |
| Hex (A/F) | 3 | 70 | 365 | - | 20 | - | - |
| Square (A/F) | 3 | 60 | 365 | - | 20 | - | - |
| Rectangle (Thickness) | 3 | 50 | 365 | - | 20 | - | - |
| PHYSICAL PROPERTIES |
| Melting Point - Liquidus°F | 1650 |
| Melting Point - Solidus°F | 1630 |
| Density lb/cu in. at 68°F | 0.305 |
| Specific Gravity | 8.44 |
| 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 |
| 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 | 50 |
Typical uses
- Fasteners
- Industrial
- Marine
