8737 MOD

IS 8737 are the reference materials for hot working. The mean Lead content provides good machinability of the forged part. Because of its Composition this alloy is suited for the production of LPG Valve.

Chemical Composition

Elements Min (%) Max (%)
Cu 56.50 60
Pb 1.00 2.00
Fe 0.30
Mn 0.50
Total Others 0.75
Zn Remainder

Mechanical properties according to IS 8737 MOD (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 75 392 18
Hex (A/F) 3 70 392 18
Square (A/F) 3 60 392 18

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 %) 80%
Capacity for Being Cold Worked Poor
Capacity for Being Hot Worked Excellent

Typical Uses

Valves LPG

Valves LPG