Written by AZoMSep 13 2012
Topics Covered
IntroductionChemical CompositionMechanical PropertiesOther DesignationsApplications
Introduction
Brass comprises a wide range of copper-zinc alloys consisting of a variety of properties including machinability, color, wear-resistance, strength, ductility, hardness, antimicrobial, corrosion-resistance, and electrical and thermal conductivity. UNS C34500 leaded brass alloys are one of the types of brass, which possess excellent combination of machining and formability features.
The following datasheet will provide more details about UNS C34500 leaded brass alloys.
Chemical Composition
The following table shows the chemical composition of UNS C34500 leaded brass alloys.
| Element |
Content (%) |
| Fe |
≥ 0.150 |
| Cu |
62.0-65 |
| Pb |
1.50-2.50 |
| Zn |
32.5-36.5 |
Mechanical Properties
The mechanical properties UNS C34500 leaded brass alloys are tabulated below.
| Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Hardness, Rockwell B |
66 |
66 |
| Tensile strength at break |
372 MPa |
54000 psi |
| Yield strength |
234 MPa |
34000 psi |
| Elongation at break |
35% |
35% |
| Machinability (UNS C36000 = 100) |
90 |
90 |
Other Designations
Equivalent materials to UNS C34500 leaded brass alloys are:
- ASTM B453
- SAE J461
- SAE J463
Applications
UNS C34500 leaded brass alloys are mainly used for screw machine products that require limited cold formability, knurling, crimping, peening, and thread rolling.
The other uses of UNS C34500 are as follows:
- Hose fittings
- Plumbing valve components
- Bicycle spoke nipples
- Watch
- Clock and lock parts