291 Gr I
291 Gr I Spec SheetIS 291 Gr I is commonly referred to as a naval brass and issued typically in a wide range of marine and subsea Applications. This brass alloy offers superior strength and corrosion resistance and offers good property retention at cryogenic temperatures. With excellent hot formability and very good corrosion resistance.
Chemical Composition
| Elements | Min (%) | Max (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Cu | 61.00 | 64.00 |
| Pb | – | 0.20 |
| Sn | 1.00 | 1.50 |
| Fe | – | 0.10 |
| Total Others | – | 0.20 |
| Zn | Remainder | |
Mechanical properties according to IS 291 Gr I (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 | 12.5 | 390 | – | – | 18 | – | – |
| 12.5 | 50 | 380 | – | – | 18 | – | – | |
| 50 | 75 | 345 | – | – | 18 | – | – | |
| Hex (A/F) | 3 | 12.5 | 390 | – | – | 18 | – | – |
| 12.5 | 50 | 380 | – | – | 18 | – | – | |
| 50 | 65 | 345 | – | – | 18 | – | – | |
| Square (A/F) | 3 | 12.5 | 390 | – | – | 18 | – | – |
| 12.5 | 50 | 380 | – | – | 18 | – | – | |
| 50 | 60 | 345 | – | – | 18 | – | – | |
| Rectangle Thickness | 3 | 12.5 | 390 | – | – | 18 | – | – |
| 12.5 | 50 | 380 | – | – | 18 | – | – | |
| PHYSICAL PROPERTIES | |
|---|---|
| Melting Points – Liquidus °F | 1650 |
| Melting Points – Solidus °F | 1630 |
| Density lb/cu in. at 68°F | 0.304 |
| Specific Gravity | 8.41 |
| Electrical Conductivity % IACS at 68°F | 26 |
| Thermal Conductivity Btu/Sq ft/ft hr/°F at 68°F | 67 |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68–572 × 10⁻⁶ per °F (68–572°F) | 11.8 |
| Specific Heat Capacity Btu/lb/°F at 68°F | 0.09 |
| Modulus of Elasticity in Tension ksi | 15000 |
| Modulus of Rigidity ksi | 5600 |
| FABRICATION PROPERTIES | |
|---|---|
| Technique | Suitability |
| Capacity for Being Cold Worked | Fair |
| Hot Worked | Excellent |
| Machinability Rating | 30% |
| Forgeability Rating | 90% |
| Silver Alloy Brazing | Excellent |
| Soft Soldering | Excellent |
| Oxyacetylene Welding | Good |
Typical Uses
Fasteners
Industrial
