C69710 brass is a brass formulated for primary forming into wrought products. It is typically furnished in the H04 (full hard) temper. It has a moderately low melting temperature and a fairly high tensile strength relative to other wrought brasses.

Chemical Composition

Elements Min (%) Max (%)
Cu 75.00 80.00
Pb 0.50 1.50
Fe 0.20
Mn 0.40
Si 2.50 3.50
As 0.03 0.06
Total Others 0.50
Zn Remainder

Mechanical properties according to ASTM B371 (as per temper HO2)

Range (inch) UTS Min
(ksi)
UTS Max
(ksi)
PS Min
(ksi)
Elongation Min
(%)
Hardness
Hardness Min
(HRB)
Hardness Max
(HRB)
Round (Dia) 0.059 – 1.000 65 32 20
1.000 – 2.953 55 28 25
Hex (A/F) 0.118 – 1.000 65 32 20
1.000 – 2.755 55 28 25
Square (A/F) 0.118 – 1.000 65 32 20
1.000 – 2.362 55 28 25

Range (mm) UTS Min
(MPa)
UTS Max
(MPa)
PS Min
(MPa)
Elongation Min
(%)
Hardness Min
(HRB)
Hardness Max
(HRB)
Round (Dia) 1.5 25 450 220 20
25 75 380 195 25
Hex (A/F) 3 25 450 220 20
25 70 380 195 25
Square (A/F) 3 25 450 220 20
25 60 380 195 25

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Melting Point – Liquidus °F 1706
Density lb/cu in. at 68°F 0.3
Specific Gravity 8.3
Electrical Conductivity % IACS at 68°F 8
Thermal Conductivity Btu/sq ft/ft hr/°F at 68°F 23
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68–572 × 10⁻⁶ per °F (68–572°F) 10.7
Modulus of Elasticity in Tension ksi 16000
FABRICATION PROPERTIES
Technique Suitability
Capacity for Being Hot Formed Excellent
Machinability Rating 70

Typical Uses

Industrial

Industrial