UNS Number: C23000
Common Name: Red Brass (85% Cu, 15% Zn)
Corresponding Standards: ASTM B36/B36M (Brass Sheet/Strip), ASTM B134 (Brass Wire), SAE J463.
Product Features
Superior Corrosion Resistance: Ideal for plumbing and marine applications.
Excellent Machinability: Suitable for precision machining and forming.
Aesthetic Appeal: Warm reddish-gold finish for decorative uses.
Good Electrical Conductivity: ≈28% IACS, suitable for low-current electrical components.
Cost-Effective: Balances performance and affordability for general industrial use.
Common Product Forms & Dimensions
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Form |
Thickness (mm) |
Width (mm) |
Length (mm) |
Diameter (mm) |
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Sheet/Strip |
0.3 – 6.0 |
50 – 500 |
Custom |
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Rod/Bar |
- |
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Custom |
3 – 50 |
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Wire |
- |
- |
Custom |
0.5 – 12 |
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Tube |
1 – 15 (wall) |
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Custom |
10 – 150 (OD) |
C23000 Chemical Composition
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Element |
Cu |
Zn |
Pb |
Fe |
Others |
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Weight % |
84–86 |
Balance |
≤0.05 |
≤0.05 |
≤0.1 |
Physical Properties
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Property |
Value |
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Density (g/cm³) |
8.75–8.82 |
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Melting Point (°C) |
900–940 |
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Electrical Conductivity (%IACS) |
25–28 (Annealed) |
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Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K) |
100–120 (at 20°C) |
Mechanical Properties
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Condition |
Tensile Strength (MPa) |
Yield Strength (MPa) |
Elongation (%) |
Hardness (HV) |
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Annealed |
200–250 |
50–80 |
40–55 |
40–60 |
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Cold Worked (H02) |
280–350 |
220–270 |
20–30 |
60–80 |
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Cold Worked (H04) |
350–420 |
300–350 |
8–15 |
90–110 |
Core Advantages
1. High Corrosion Resistance: Performs well in water, steam, and mild chemical environments.
2. Ease of Fabrication: Excellent for stamping, bending, and machining.
3. Decorative Flexibility: Reddish-gold color ideal for architectural and artistic designs.
4. Cost Efficiency: Affordable alternative to higher-copper alloys for non-critical applications.
Product Applications
Plumbing: Valves, fittings, and water supply tubes.
Architecture: Decorative trims, door hardware, and lighting fixtures.
Electrical: Low-voltage connectors, switch components, and terminals.
Marine: Non-critical marine hardware and decorative fittings.
Industrial: Bushings, fasteners, and stamped parts.
Processing Considerations
Annealing: 450–600°C to restore ductility after cold working.
Machining: Use sharp tools and coolants to prevent material adhesion.
Welding: Compatible with TIG and soldering; avoid overheating to prevent zinc vaporization.
Surface Treatment: Polishing or clear coating recommended to preserve aesthetic appeal.
Key Application Scenarios
Residential and commercial plumbing systems.
Architectural restoration projects requiring vintage aesthetics.
Low-stress marine components in freshwater environments.
Consumer electronics with decorative metal accents.
FAQs
Q1: Can C23000 be used in potable water systems?
A: Yes, it is commonly used for water supply lines and fittings due to its corrosion resistance.
Q2: How does C23000 compare to C22000 brass?
A: C23000 has lower copper content (85% vs. 90%), reducing cost but offering similar machinability and slightly lower corrosion resistance.
Q3: Is C23000 suitable for brazing?
A: Yes, but use low-temperature brazing alloys to avoid damaging the zinc content.
Types of products GNEE can provide
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Item |
High quality 99.9% pure copper pipe / straight copper tube / C11000 copper pipe price |
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Standard |
ASTM,DIN,BS,CDA,JIS,GB |
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Material |
T1,T2,C10100,C10200,C10300,C10400,C10500,C10700,C10800, |
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Shape |
Round,Square,Rectangular,etc. |
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Specifications |
Round:wall thickness:0.2mm~120mm,outside diameter:2mm~910mm
Square:wall thickness:0.2mm~120mm,size:2mm*2mm~1016mm*1016mm Rectangularwall thickness:0.2mm~120mm,size:2mm*4mm~1016mm*1219mm |
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Length |
3m,5.8m, 6m, 11.8m, 12m, or as required. |
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Hardness |
1/16 hard,1/8 hard,3/8 hard,1/4 hard,1/2hard,full hard,soft,etc |
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Surface |
mill,polished,bright,oiled,hair line,brush,mirror,sand blast,or as required. |
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Price term |
EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, etc. |
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Payment term |
T/T |
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Package |
Export standard package: bundled wooden box, suit for all kinds of transport, |
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Delivery time |
According to order quantity |
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Application |
Copper pipe is the first choice of residential housing water pipes, heating, cooling pipes |
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Item |
Straight copper rod/copper round bar |
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Standard |
ASTM,DIN,BS,CDA,JIS,GB |
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Material |
T1,T2,C10100,C10200,C10300,C10400,C10500,C10700,C10800, |
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Shape |
Round,Square,Rectangular,etc. |
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Specifications |
Diameter:3~200mm |
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Length |
3m,5.8m, 6m, 11.8m, 12m, or as required. |
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Hardness |
1/16 hard,1/8 hard,3/8 hard,1/4 hard,1/2hard,full hard,soft,etc |
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Surface |
mill,polished,bright,oiled,hair line,brush,mirror,sand blast,or as required. |
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Price term |
EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, etc. |
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Payment term |
T/T |
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Package |
Export standard package: bundled wooden box, suit for all kinds of transport, |
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Delivery time |
According to order quantity |
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Application |
A copper rod is a type of colored metal processing bar stock with high electrical conductivity. It is mainly divided into brass |
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Product Name
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Copper Plate /Copper Sheet
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Material
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C10100,C10200,C10300,C10400,C10500,C10700,C10800,C10910,
C10920,C10930,C11000,C11300,C11400,C11500,C11600,C12000,
C12200,C12300,C12500,C14200,C14420,C14500,C14510,C14520,
C14530,C17200,C19200,C21000,C23000,C26000,C27000,C27400,
C28000,C33000,C33200,C37000,C44300,C44400,C44500,C60800,
C63020,C65500,C68700,C70400,C70620,C71000,C71500,C71520,
C71640,C72200,T1,T2,T3,TU1,TU0,TU2,TP1,TP2,TAg0.1,OF-Cu,
SF-Cu,Cu-ETP,Cu-DHP,C1020,C1100,C1221,C1220,C1201
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Shape
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Flat Sheet , Coil , Strip
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Standard
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DIN GB ISO JIS BA ANSI
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Grade
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Thickness 0.005mm~500mm; Width 1mm~2500mm;
Length 1000mm~12000mm Or Free as required
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Payment
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Alibaba Trade Assurance , T/T,L/C,western union, Paypal
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Price Term
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EX-Work, FOB, FCA ,CFR ,CNF ,CIF ,DDU , DDP
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Used
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1)Electrolytic purification into pure copper for the electrical industry.
2)Mainly used to manufacture electrical equipment such as generator, bus, cable, switchgear, transformer, and heat exchanger, pipe, flat collector and other heat conduction equipment of solar heating devices. 3)Suitable for foundation stop belt, dam stop belt, dam top stop belt, corridor stop belt, dam inner hole stop belt, factory stop belt, horizontal joint stop belt under overflow surface, etc. |
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Product Name |
Copper Wire |
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Standard |
AISI, ASTM, BS, DIN, EN, GB, JIS |
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Diameter |
0.6mm / 0.8mm / 0.9mm / 1.0mm / 1.2mm / 1.6mm |
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Thinckness |
0.12mm-3.0mm |
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Cu Content (%) |
99.998% |
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Alu-Zinc coating |
30-180g/m2 |
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Material |
C21000,C22000,C22600,C23000,C24000,C26000,C26130,C26800,C27000,C27200,C27400, etc. |
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Type |
Copper Wire |
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Package |
Standard seaworthy export packing:
3 layers of packing, inside is kraft paper, water plastic film is in the middle and outside GI steel sheet to be covered by steel strips with lock, with inner coil sleeve |
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Certification |
ISO, SGS, CE |
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Delivery |
8-20 days |
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Payment Terms |
T/T, LC, Western Union, Paypal, etc. |
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MOQ |
1 Ton |
Copper CNC machined parts
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High Quality OEM CNC Machining Supplier
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Services
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CNC milling,CNC turning,Laser Cutting, Bending, Spinning, Wire Cutting, Stamping
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Materials Avalivable
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Aluminum: 2000 series, 6000 series(6061/6063), 7075, 5052, etc.
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Stainless steel: SUS303, SUS304, SS316, SS316L, 17-4PH, etc.
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Steel: 1214L/1215/1045/4140/SCM440/40CrMo, etc.
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Brass: 260, C360, H59, H60, H62, H63, H65, H68, H70, Bronze, Copper
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Titanium: GradeF1-F5
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Plastic: Acetal/POM/PA/Nylon/PC/PMMA/PVC/PU/Acrylic/ABS/PTFE/PEEK etc
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Surface Treatment
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Anodize, Bead blasted, Silk Screen, PVD Plating, Zinc/Nickel/Chrome/Titanium Plating, Brushing, Painting, Powder Coated, Passivation, Electrophoresis, Electro Polishing, Knurl, Laser/Etch/Engrave etc.
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Tolerance
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+/-0.01~+/-0.05mm
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Surface Roughness
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Min Ra0.1~3.2
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Drawing Accepted
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Stp, Step, Igs, Xt, AutoCAD(DXF, DWG), PDF, or SamplesLead Time
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Lead Time
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1-2 weeks for samples, 3-4 weeks for mass production
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Quality Assurance
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ISO9001:2015, ISO13485:2016, SGS, RoHs, TUV
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Payment Terms
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Trade Assurance, TT/ PayPal/ WestUnion
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in exporting copper products
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