What is C21000 brass?
UNS C21000 copper-zinc alloy is best known for its excellent corrosion resistance. C21000 possesses superior corrosion resistance, good deep-drawing properties, ductility, and moderate electrical conductivity, while also exhibiting good strength. Typical applications of C21000 include ammunition components, coins, medals, and a wide variety of other applications. C21000 is a copper-zinc alloy that is stronger and more durable than copper alloys. C21000 is a metal with excellent corrosion resistance, ductility, and high electrical conductivity, suitable for industrial and electrical applications.
C21000 Specifications
ASTM B134 – Standard Specification for Brass Wire
ASTM B36 – Standard Specification for Brass Sheets, Sheets, Strips and Rolled Bars
ASTM B587 – Standard Specification for Welded Brass Tubes
SAE J461 – For Cast Copper Alloys to Maintain Electrical and Thermal Conductivity, Mechanical Properties, Yield Strength, Fatigue Characteristics, Formability and Machinability
SAE J463 – Specification for Forged Copper and Copper Alloys
components of C21000 brass
The main components of C21000 brass are copper (Cu) and zinc (Zn), with copper content ranging from 94.0% to 96.0% and zinc as the balance. It also contains trace amounts of iron (Fe≤0.05%), lead (Pb≤0.05%), nickel (Ni=0.5%), and other elements, with the total impurities not exceeding 0.3%. This composition design allows C21000 brass to maintain high strength while also possessing good electrical and thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance.
C21000 Physical Properties
Density: Approximately 8.86 g/cm³.
Electrical Conductivity: ≥54% IACS (International Standard for Annealed Copper), with a conductivity up to 31.32 MS/m.
Thermal Conductivity: 234 W/(m·K), exhibiting excellent thermal conductivity.
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 18.0 × 10⁻⁶/K.
Elastic Modulus: 115 GPa.
Applications of C21000 Brass:
Electrical Industry: Used in the manufacture of wires, cables, electrical connectors, etc. Its high conductivity ensures efficient current transmission.
Thermal Industry: Used in the manufacture of radiators, heat exchangers, etc. Its high thermal conductivity facilitates rapid heat transfer and dissipation.
Automotive Industry: Used in the manufacture of various fasteners, decorative parts, etc. Its high strength and wear resistance ensure long-term stable operation of components.
Construction Industry: Used in the manufacture of water pipes, heating pipes, decorative materials, etc. Its corrosion resistance and aesthetics allow these components to be used for a long time in harsh environments while maintaining a good appearance.
Marine Industry: Due to its excellent corrosion resistance and resistance to seawater corrosion and oxidation, C21000 brass has wide applications in marine cables, electrical appliances, and heat exchangers.
Product Range of GNEE
| Product Category | Product Forms | Comprehensive Materials & Standards (UNS / Common Names) |
|---|---|---|
| Copper & Copper Alloy Tubes | Round, Square, Rectangular, Capillary, Coiled, Bundles, Straight Lengths | Pure Copper: C10200 (OFE), C11000 (ETP) Brass: C21000 (Gilding 95%), C23000 (Red Brass 85%), C26000 (Cartridge Brass 70/30), C28000 (Muntz Metal 60/40), C44300, C68700 (Arsenical Aluminum Brass) Bronze: C22000 (Commercial Bronze 90%), C38500 (Architectural Bronze) Copper-Nickel: C70600 (90/10), C71500 (70/30) Others: C12000 (DLP), C12200 (DHP) |
| Copper & Copper Alloy Sheets/Plates | Sheets, Plates, Rolls, Circles/Blanks, Embossed, Perforated | Pure Copper: C11000, C10200 Brass: C26000, C26800, C27200 (Yellow Brass 65/35),C21000 Phosphor Bronze: C51000 (A), C52100, C52400 Nickel Silver (German Silver): C75200 (65-18), C77000 (55-18) Beryllium Copper: C17200, C17500 High Copper Alloys: C19400 |
| Copper & Copper Alloy Rods/Bars | Round, Hex, Square, Flat, Rectangular, Forging Billets, Hollow Bars | Free-Cutting Brass: C36000 (CDA 360) Leaded Brass: C38500, C35600 Naval Brass: C46400, C48200, C48500 Bronze: C22000, C51000, C54400 (Free-Cutting Phosphor Bronze) Copper-Nickel: C71000, C71500 Pure Copper: C11000, C10100 |
| Copper & Copper Alloy Wires | Round, Flat, Square, Stranded, Bare, Tin-Plated, Annealed, Hard Drawn | Pure Copper Wire: C11000 (ETP), C10200 (OF) for magnet wire Brass Wire: C26000, C27200, C21000 Beryllium Copper Wire: C17200, C17500 Phosphor Bronze Wire: C51000, C52100 Resistance Welding Wire: C11000, C18200 (Chromium Copper) Spring Wire: Various tempers of C51000, C52100, C17200 |
| Copper & Copper Alloy Strips/Foils | Thin Strip, Foil (down to 0.05mm), Precision Slit Coils, Shim Stock, Finned Strip | Brass Strip: C26000, C26800, C22000,C21000 Phosphor Bronze Strip: C51000, C51900, C52100, C52400 Pure Copper Strip: C11000, C10200, C12000 Nickel Silver Strip: C75200, C77000 Electronic Alloys: C19400 (Lead Frame), C70250, C70350 Special Alloys: C72500 (Cu-Ni-Sn) |
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