IS 3488 Leaded Forging Brass

Product Description

IS 3488 Leaded Forging Brass

Our esteemed clients can avail from us a wide gamut of Forging Brass Rods, Extruded Brass Rods which have gained appreciation for it's international quality standards. Available in various sizes, thicknesses and specifications, these brass rods are largely used in various industries. Our competitively priced Forging Brass Rods are acknowledged for their high tensile strength, durable finish standards, corrosion resistance and sturdy designs.

Technical Specifications :

• BS:218

• IS3488

• IS:6922

• BS2874 CZ122

• CuZn 38Pb1

• 1.5

Chemical Requirements	CuZn42Pb2	CuZn40Pb2
Copper	56.5 - 60.0%	57.0 - 59.0%
Lead	0.60 to 2.0%	1.5 to 2.5%
Iron	0.30% max	0.40% max
Total Imp. Excl. Iron	0.20% max	0.70% max
Zinc	Remainder	Remainder

Physical Properties
Tensile Strength	380 Mpa Min	40 kg/mm2 Min.
Elongation %	25% Min	18% Min.
Izod Value	-	2.0 KJ min

Fabrication Properties
Capacity for being
Cold worked	Poor	Poor
Hot formed	Excellent	Excellent
Hot forgeability rating	100%	100%
Machinability Rating	80%	80%
Suitability for soldering	Excellent	Excellent
Suitability for Brazing	Good	Good

Uses
Forged Components, Industrial Valves, Defense components, Watch Case, Automobile Valves Components

 

High Performance Alloy for Precision Forging

IS 3488 Leaded Forging Brass delivers the strength and workability needed for demanding forging operations. With uniform lead content (1.7%-2.5%) and superior copper-zinc balance, its properties support excellent machinability and ease of forming into intricate shapes. This makes it a preferred choice for manufacturing critical components in the plumbing, valve, and hardware sectors.


Versatile Applications Across Multiple Industries

Owing to its excellent corrosion resistance and polished, golden-yellow finish, IS 3488 Leaded Forging Brass is widely chosen for applications in sanitary fittings, precision engineering, hardware, and valve parts. Its ability to be forged into bespoke sizes and shapesnow available upon requestfurther enhances its suitability for both standard and specialized project requirements.