Equivalent Specifications

BS 1400 HTB1
BS EN 1982:2008 GC CC756S
CuZn35Mn2Al1Fe1-C
ASTM B 505 C86500
ASTM B 271 C86500
ASTM B 584 C86500
SAE43
AS 1565-1985 C86500
AS 1565-1974 865C

Key Features

Excellent strength and corrosion resistance.

Typical Uses

Brackets, shafts, gears and structural applications requiring high stress applications.

Automotive: Weld Guns

Builders: Hardware Brackets

Electrical: Electrical Hardware

Industrial: Struts, Machinery, Gears, Compressors, Forming Dies for Wood Pulp Industry, Wear Rings for Pressing Dies for Wood Pulp Industry, Pressing Dies for Wood Pulp, Hooks, Frames, Machinery Parts requiring High Strength, Machinery Parts (Substituted for Steel and Malleable Iron), Lever Arms

Marine: Propellers for salt and fresh water, Covers for Marine Hardware, Clamps, Boat Parts, Rudders.

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BS1400 HTB1

A high tensile strength brass conforming to BS 1400 HTB1 CuZn35AlFeMn and BS EN 1982-2008 CC765S CuZn35Mn2Al1Fe1-C. It is generally used for commercial plumbing fittings and other fairly standard water type valves. Copper Alloys specialises in producing large-section forgings in this alloy.

Description	High Tensile Brass
Nominal Composition	CuZn35AlFeMn
Alloy Type	Cast

Typical Mechanical Properties

Tensile Strength (N/mm²)	500
Proof/Yield Strength (N/mm²)	200
Elongation (%)	18
Hardness Brinell	120
Impact Izod J20°C	26

Typical Physical Properties

Density g/cm³	8.3
Melting Temperature Range °C	885-923
Thermal Conductivity W/mK	87
Electrical Resistivity μΩ.m15°C	0.08
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 0-250°C	21
Relative Magnetic Permeability	1.27
Coefficient of Friction

Copper Alloys Ltd has the ability to modify existing alloys for improved performance. Many customers have benefited from this in the past.

To discuss your requirements, call a member of Copper Alloys Ltd's technical team on +44 (0) 1782-816888, or email sales@copperalloys.net.

This Data is indicative only and must not be seen as a substitute for the full specification from which it is drawn. In particular, the mechanical property requirements vary widely with tempeter, product and product dimensions. The information is based on our present knowledge and is given in good faith. However, no liability will be acepted by the Company in respect of any action taken by any third party in reliance thereon.

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