Sep 27 2012
UNS C32000 leaded red brass has a copper content of not less than 83.5%.
The following table shows the mechanical properties of UNS C32000 wires as a function of heat treatment and thickness.
| Temper |
Thickness |
Tensile Str. |
Yield Str. |
Elong. |
| H04 |
2 mm (0.08 in) |
496 MPa (72 ksi) |
386 MPa (56 ksi) |
4% |
| OS050 |
2 mm (0.08 in) |
296 MPa (43 ksi) |
124 MPa (18 ksi) |
38% |
The chemical composition of UNS C32000 copper alloy is outlined in the following table.
| Element |
Content (%) |
| Copper, Cu |
83.5-86.5 |
| Lead Pb |
1.5-2.2 |
| Nickel, Ni |
0.25 |
| Iron, Fe |
0.1 |
| Zinc, Zn |
Remainder |