C48200

DESCRIPTION

Naval Brass is a 60:40 copper zinc alloy to which about 1% of tin has been added to improve the corrosion resistance, particularly to dezincification. The alloy is a two phase alpha-beta brass, hence has reasonably high strength with lower ductility, this alloy is suitable for Hot forging, pressing and machining.

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION

Elements Min (%) Max (%)
Cu59.0062.00
Pb0.401.00
Sn0.501.00
Fe-0.10
Total Others - 0.40
Zn Remainder

Mechanical Properties According To ASTM B21 (As Per Temper HO2)

Range (Inch) From To UTS Min (ksi) PS Min (ksi) Elongation Min (%) Hardness Min (HRB) Hardness Max (HRB)
Round (Dia)0.0590.500602718--
0.5001.0006027186585
1.0002.0005826206085
2.0002.9535425206085
Hex (A/F)0.1180.500602718--
0.5001.0006027186585
1.0002.0005826206085
2.0002.7565425206085
Square (A/F)0.1180.500602718--
0.5001.0006027186585
1.0002.0005826206085
2.0002.3625425206085
Rectangle (Thickness)0.1180.500602718--
0.5001.0006027186585
1.0001.9685826206085
Range (mm) From To UTS Min (MPa) PS Min (MPa) Elongation Min (%) Hardness Min (HRB) Hardness Max (HRB)
Round (Dia)1.51241518518--
1225415185186585
2550400180206085
5075370170206085
Hex (A/F)31241518518--
1225415185186585
2550400180206085
5070370170206085
Square (A/F)31241518518--
1225415185186585
2550400180206085
5060370170206085
Rectangle (Thickness)31241518518--
1225415185186585
2550400180206085
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Melting Point - Liquidus°F1650
Melting Point - Solidus°F1630
Density lb/cu in. at 68°F0.305
Specific Gravity8.44
Electrical Conductivity % IACS at 68°F26
Thermal Conductivity Btu/ sq ft/ ft hr/ °F at 68°F67
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210⁻⁶ per °F (68 – 572°F)11.8
Specific Heat Capacity Btu/ lb /°F at 68°F0.09
Modulus of Elasticity in Tension ksi15000
Modulus of Rigidity ksi5600
FABRICATION PROPERTIES
TechniqueSuitability
SolderingExcellent
BrazingExcellent
Oxyacetylene WeldingNot Recommended
Gas Shielded Arc WeldingNot Recommended
Coated Metal Arc WeldingNot Recommended
Spot WeldNot Recommended
Seam WeldNot Recommended
Butt WeldFair
Capacity for Being Cold WorkedPoor
Capacity for Being Hot FormedGood
Forgeability Rating90
Machinability Rating50

TYPICAL USES

  • Fasteners
  • Industrial
  • Marine