NAVAL BRASS

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DESCRIPTION 

 

C48600
SPEC SHEET

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

ElementsMin (%)Max (%)
Cu59.0062.00
Pb1.002.50
Sn0.301.50
As0.020.25
Total Others–0.40
ZnRemainder
 
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°F1645
Melting Point – Solidus°F1635
Density lb/cu in. at 68°F0.304
Specific Gravity8.42
Electrical Conductivity % IACS at 68°F25
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210⁻⁶ per °F (68 – 572°F)13
Modulus of Elasticity in Tension ksi14600
FABRICATION PROPERTIES
TechniqueSuitability
SolderingExcellent
BrazingGood
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 Rating70
 

TYPICAL USES

  • Fasteners
  • Industrial
  • Marine