Nov 23 2012
Architectural bronze UNS C38500 has a copper content of not less than 55%.
The following table shows the mechanical properties of UNS C38500 shapes as a function of heat treatment and thickness.
| Temper |
Thickness |
Tensile Str. |
Yield Str. |
Elong. |
Rockwell |
Shear Str. |
| B |
C |
F |
30T |
| M30 |
25.4mm (1in) |
414MPa (60ksi) |
138MPa (20ksi) |
30% |
65 |
- |
- |
- |
241MPa (35ksi) |
An equivalent material to UNS C38500 copper alloy is ASTM B455.
The chemical composition of UNS C38500 copper alloy is outlined in the following table.
| Element |
Content (%) |
| Copper, Cu |
55-59 |
| Lead, Pb |
2.5-3.5 |
| Iron, Fe |
0.35 |
| Zinc, Zn |
Remainder |