Nov 29 2012
Low silicon brass UNS C85550 has a copper content of not less than 59%.
Tabulated below are the mechanical properties of UNS C85550 die cast alloy as a function of heat treatment.
Temper |
Tensile Str. |
Elong. |
Rockwell |
Shear Str. |
B |
C |
F |
30T |
M04 |
480MPa (69ksi) |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
420MPa (60ksi) |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
450MPa (65ksi) |
25% |
56 |
- |
- |
- |
232MPa (33ksi) |
The chemical composition of UNS C85550 copper alloy is outlined in the following table.
Elements |
Content (%) |
Copper, Cu |
59.0-64.0 |
Aluminum, Al |
0.3 |
Tin, Sn |
0.3 |
Silicon, Si |
0.30-1.0 |
Nickel, Ni |
0.2 |
Iron, Fe |
0.15 |
Lead, Pb |
0.09 |
Zinc, Zn |
Remainder |