Data Sheet M1 - Cu Ni10 Zn42 Pb2

(1973 Edition)

Wrought Materials - Copper-Nickel-Zinc Lead Alloys - Leaded Nickel Silvers

Common names: Leaded 10% Nickel Brass

Leaded Nickel Silver, 10%

A copper-nickel-zinc-lead alloy with a duplex alpha-plus-beta phase structure containing a dispersion of fine lead particles. This silver-white material has excellent hot-working properties, very good machinability, and good tarnish resistance. The most commonly used wrought forms and rod, sections/shapes and forgings.

1. Some Typical Uses

2. Physical Properties

3. Fabrication Properties

4. National Specifications for Manufactured Forms

5. Mechanical Properties

INDEX LETTERS RELATE TO FOOTNOTES AT END OF TABLE

1. Some Typical Uses

Architectural and Decorative

Staircases and handrails; lighting fittings; screens; window frames; shop fronts; trim.

Mechanical

Wide variety of machined items; clock and watch parts.

Miscellaneous

Hinges for spectacle frames.