6912 FLB

FLB, Section brass, is a readily extrudable leaded alpha/beta brass with a small aluminium addition, which gives a bright golden colour. The lead gives free cutting properties. FLB is available as extruded rods and flats which are typically used in builders’ hardware.

Chemical Composition

Elements Min (%) Max (%)
Cu 56.50 60.00
Pb 0.60 2.00
Fe 0.30
Total Others 0.75
Zn Remainder

Mechanical properties according to 6912 FLB (as per temper HB)

Range (mm) UTS Min
(MPa)
UTS Max
(MPa)
PS Min
(MPa)
Elongation Min
(%)
Hardness Min
(HRB)
Hardness Max
(HRB)
Round (Dia) 1.5 75 310 25
Hex (A/F) 3 70 310 25
Square (A/F) 3 60 310 25
Rectangle (Thickness) 3 50 310 25

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Density (English) 0.303 lb/in3
CTE, linear (English) 14.4 ᶙin/in-˚F
Specific Heat Capacity (English) 0.0908 BTU/lb-˚F
Thermal Conductivity (English) 784 BTU-in/hr-ft²-˚F
Melting Point (English) 1620 – 1650 ˚F
Solidus (English) 1620 ˚F
Liquidus (English) 1650 ˚F
FABRICATION PROPERTIES
Technique Suitability
Machinability (CuZn39Pb3 = 100 %) 95%
Capacity for Being Cold Worked Poor
Capacity for Being Hot Worked Excellent

Typical Uses

Architecture

Architecture

Builders Hardware

Builders Hardware