CW714R

CW714R naval brass. Mostly used for machine hardware, screw machine products and valve stems, CW714R naval brass is great for hot forging and pressing and machining. With high ductility, naval brass has excellent electrical and thermal conductivity. CW714R naval brass has good creep resistance and high impact strength.

Chemical Composition

Elements Min (%) Max (%)
Cu 59.00 61.00
Pb 0.40 1.00
Sn 0.50 1.00
Fe 0.10
Ni 0.30
Total Others 0.20
Zn Remainder

Mechanical properties according to EN14164 (as per temper HO2)

Range (mm) UTS Min
(MPa)
UTS Max
(MPa)
PS Min
(MPa)
Elongation Min
(%)
Hardness Min
(HRB)
Hardness Max
(HRB)
Round (Dia) 2 50 410 250 18 125
Hex (A/F) 3 40 410 250 18 125
Square (A/F) 3 40 410 250 18 125
Rectangle Thickness 3 50 410 250 18 125

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Melting Point – Liquidus °F 1650
Melting Point – Solidus °F 1630
Density lb/cu in. at 68°F 0.305
Specific Gravity 8.44
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
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 Poor
Capacity for Being Hot Formed Good
Forgeability Rating 90
Machinability Rating 70

Common Fabrication Processes

  • Hot forging and Pressing
  • Machining

Typical Uses

Fasteners

Fasteners

Industrial

Industrial

Marine

Marine