CZ120 (CW612N)
Technical Datasheet
Engraving Brass Service. Quality. Value.
Applications Alloy Attributes
• Nameplates • Good corrosion resistance
• Valves • Excellent hot formability
• Gears • Free-cutting characteristics
• Fasteners • Excellent machining qualities
• Signs
• Decorative metalwork Related Material Specifications
Product Description • C37700 • CW608N
• BS2870 • 2.0380
CZ120 is commonly known as an engraving brass which is • NF A51-101 • CuZn38Pb2
primarily available in sheet form. The alloy has excellent
free-cutting properties by virtue of a 2% addition in lead
content. With a good combination of strength and Weldability
corrosion resistance, this alpha beta brass also has good
hot formability. This alloy however, is not suitable for acid Soldering - Excellent
etched work due to its duplex phase structure. Brazing - Good
Oxyacetylene welding - Not recommended
Corrosion Resistance Gas shielded arc welding - Not recommended
Resistance welding: Spot & Seam - Not recommended
Good Butt - Fair
Availability
Sheet
Chemical Composition (weight %)
Weight (%) Cu Pb Zn Other
min. 58.0 1.5
max. 60.0 2.5 Rem 0.3% max
Mechanical Properties
Melting Point 895°C
Density 8.4 g/cm³
Specific Heat 380 J/Kg°K
Thermal conductivity (RT) 117 W/m°K
Thermal expansion coefficient (20-200°C) 20 x 10-⁶
Electrical conductivity 27% IACS
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