Sep 27 2012
UNS C48500 high leaded brass has a copper content of not less than 59%.
The following table shows the mechanical properties of UNS C48500 rods as a function of heat treatment and thickness.
Temper |
Thickness |
Tensile Str. |
Yield Str. |
Elong. |
Rockwell |
Shear Str. |
B |
C |
F |
30T |
O60 |
25.4 mm (1 in) |
393 MPa (57 ksi) |
172 MPa (25 ksi) |
40% |
55 |
- |
- |
- |
248 MPa (36 ksi) |
The chemical composition of UNS C48500 copper alloy is outlined in the following table.
Element |
Content (%) |
Copper, Cu |
59-62 |
Lead, Pb |
1.3-2.2 |
Tin, Sn |
0.50-1.0 |
Iron, Fe |
0.1 |
Zinc, Zn |
Remainder |
Equivalent materials to UNS C48500 copper alloy are:
- ASTM B124
- ASTM B21
- ASTM B283
- QQ B639