George Metals, located in Houston, USA, stands out as a top manufacturer and supplier of Brass Rod Grade 1, celebrated for its excellent machinability, resistance to corrosion, and impressive electrical conductivity. Often called free-machining brass or C36000, Brass Grade 1 boasts a high copper content with added zinc, striking a perfect balance between strength and formability. George Metals offers these rods in various diameters and finishes, complying with standards like ASTM B16 and B453. These brass rods find their way into a range of applications, including electrical, plumbing, marine, decorative, and automotive sectors, thanks to their durability and ease of fabrication.
Brass Rod Grade 1 from George Metals is typically made up of about 60% copper, 39% zinc, and a small amount of lead (around 0.35%) to boost machinability. This grade showcases a tensile strength ranging from 345 to 460 MPa, a yield strength of about 100 to 200 MPa, and remarkable ductility along with thermal conductivity. Its hardness can vary based on temper, usually falling between HB 100 and 150. The alloy is highly workable, whether hot or cold, and demonstrates good corrosion resistance in both dry and mildly corrosive environments, making it a dependable choice for precision components and repetitive machining tasks.
| Chemical Requirements | Grade I |
| Cu | 56 to 58 % |
| Pb | 2 to 3.50 % |
| Fe | 0.3% Max |
| Zn | Balance |
| Other Impurities excel Fe. | 0.75% Max |
| Element | Value |
| Yield Stress | 150 MPa Min. |
| Tensile Strength | 380 MPa Min. |
| Hardness Brinell | 90 to 160 HB |
| Elongation | 18 Min. |
| CZ121 | CW614N | CuZn39PB3 |
| BS2874 | BS249 | – |
Brass Rod Grade 1 from George Metals is a go-to material for plumbing fittings, electrical terminals, precision instruments, fasteners, valves, and architectural trim, thanks to its outstanding machinability, formability, and shiny finish. Its excellent resistance to corrosion makes it ideal for marine hardware and outdoor fixtures, while its thermal and electrical conductivity positions it as a preferred option in electrical and electronic components. Additionally, it’s widely utilized in automated screw machines for high-volume production. George Metals guarantees that each rod meets rigorous dimensional and metallurgical standards, providing reliable, high-performance brass products for the engineering, manufacturing, and craft industries.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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