Engineered to meet the demands of industries seeking both performance and eco-friendliness, C27450 lead-free brass tube offers a unique combination of strength, machinability, and, most importantly, lead-free composition—making it an ideal choice for potable water systems, HVAC components, and various industrial applications.
This high-performance brass alloy not only complies with NSF/ANSI 61 and 372 standards for drinking water safety but also maintains the corrosion resistance and workability that engineers and fabricators depend on. In this article, we’ll explore the key details of C27450 brass tubing.
Technincal Specification of C27450 Lead Free Brass Tube
CATEGORY |
ASTM |
BS |
EN |
JIS |
DIN |
ISO |
IS |
Lead Free Brass |
C27450 |
CZ121 |
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CuZn37 |
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Equivalent Specifications : |
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Specifications |
Designation |
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ISO |
CuZn37 |
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Europen |
CW508L |
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BS |
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JIS |
C27450 |
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Russian |
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Typical Applications of C27450 Lead-Free Brass Tube
C27450 lead-free brass tubes are widely used in applications where safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance are essential. Common applications include:
Potable Water Systems: Ideal for components and fixtures in drinking water supply lines
PEX Plumbing Systems: Suitable for fittings and connectors in modern PEX piping installations
Forged Parts: Excellent for parts requiring lead-free certification and dezincification resistance, such as valves, couplings, and fittings
Key Advantages of C27450 Lead-Free Brass Tube
C27450 offers a combination of mechanical and chemical properties that make it a preferred choice in various manufacturing and plumbing applications:
Superior Machinability: Supports efficient and precise processing for complex geometries
Outstanding Forgeability: Maintains strength and form during high-temperature forging
Excellent Thread Rolling Capability: Ideal for threaded components requiring durability and precision
Exceptional Brazing and Plating Performance: Enables strong joints and high-quality surface finishes
Dezincification Resistance: Ensures long-term reliability in aggressive water environments
Chemical Composition of C27450 Lead Free Brass Tube
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Cu |
Pb |
Fe |
Zn |
Others |
Min/Max |
60-65 |
<0.25 (max) |
0.35 |
Rem |
<0.5 |
Nominals |
63.00 |
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37.00 |
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Mechanical Properties of C27450 Lead Free Brass Tube
Rod H02 |
Tensile Strength (ksi) |
Yield Strength (ksi) |
Elongation (%) |
Hardness (Rb) |
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58 |
40 |
30% |
55-75 |
Fabrication Properties of C27450 Lead Free Brass Tube
Soldering |
Excellent |
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Brazing |
Excellent |
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Cold working |
Excellent |
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Plating |
Excellent |
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Forgability |
95 |
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Machinability |
70 |
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Sizes Available
Soldering |
Excellent |
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WIRE |
1mm TO 8 mm |
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HOLLOW RODS |
Min Bore Size 20 mm and Max OD 100 mm |
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ROUND RODS |
6mm To 130 mm |
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HEX |
5mm To 60mm |
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SQUARE |
4mm To 60mm |
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FLAT |
5mm Min Thickness and max Width 120mm |
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PROFILES / SECTIONS |
AS per Customer Drawing |
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BILLETS |
Up to 200mm |
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INGOTS |
AS per Specification |
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