Description
C27000, which is also referred to as C2700, C270, 270, 2700, and 27000, belongs to a family of brass alloys known for their relatively robust corrosion resistance, moderately high strength, and, in certain variations, excellent ductility. These alloys come in a variety of forms, including rod, bar, sheet, plate, and more.
Chemical Composition
Mechanical Properties According To UNS J463 (As Per Temper HO2)
| Range (mm) |
From |
To |
UTS Min (MPa) |
UTS Max (MPa) |
PS Min (MPa) |
Elongation Min (%) |
Hardness Min |
Hardness Max |
| Round (Dia) |
1.5 |
12 |
545 |
650 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
| Hex (A/F) |
3 |
12 |
545 |
650 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
| Square (A/F) |
3 |
12 |
545 |
650 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
| PHYSICAL PROPERTIES |
| Melting Point – Liquidus°F |
1710 |
| Melting Point – Solidus°F |
1660 |
| Density lb/cu in. at 68°F |
0.306 |
| Specific Gravity |
8.47 |
| Electrical Conductivity % IACS at 68°F |
27 |
| Thermal Conductivity Btu/ sq ft/ ft hr/ °F at 68°F |
67 |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210⁻⁶ per °F (68 – 572°F) |
11.3 |
| 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 |
Excellent |
| Oxyacetylene Welding |
Good |
| Gas Shielded Arc Welding |
Fair |
| Coated Metal Arc Welding |
Not Recommended |
| Spot Weld |
Good |
| Seam Weld |
Not Recommended |
| Butt Weld |
Good |
| Capacity for Being Cold Worked |
Excellent |
| Capacity for Being Hot Formed |
Poor |
| Machinability Rating |
30 |
