Nominal
Composition Percentage:
61.5 Cu, 3.1 Pb, 35.4 Zn
Machinability Rating: 100
Typical Applications
Terrazzo strip, thermostat parts, fluid connectors, sensor
bodies, threaded inserts for plastic, fittings, lock bodies,
hardware, hot combs (to straighten hair), nuts, screws, bolts,
nozzles, unions, adapters, screw machine
products, gauges,
valve seats, valve trim, valve stems, gears, pinions, faucet
components, pneumatic fittings, fluid connectors, plumbers’
brass goods, faucet stems, faucet seats, plumbing fittings. |
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| COMMON FABRICATION
PROCESSES AND TYPICAL USES |
| Joining
Technique |
Suitability |
| Soldering |
Excellent |
| Brazing |
Good |
| Oxyacetylene Welding |
Not Recommended |
| Gas
Shielded Arc Welding |
Not
Recommended |
| Coated Metal Arc
Welding |
Not Recommended |
| Spot Weld
|
Not Recommended |
| Seam Weld |
Not Recommended |
| Butt Weld |
Fair |
| Capacity for Being
Cold Worked |
Fair |
| Capacity for Being
Hot Formed |
Fair |
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