Brass forging grades are copper-zinc alloys specifically formulated for excellent hot forging capabilities and mechanical strength. These alloys typically contain 55-63% copper with zinc making up the balance, plus small amounts of lead (1.5-3.5%) to enhance machinability and strength. Forging brass is designed to withstand high-temperature processing between 650-815°C (1200-1500°F) and exhibits superior hot workability, allowing for complex shapes and precision components. The alloys demonstrate excellent flow characteristics during forging, good corrosion resistance, moderate to high tensile strength, and are suitable for applications requiring durability in demanding environments.
Equivalent forging brass grades with their ISO symbols and international standards are:
These grades ensure consistent forging performance and quality across different manufacturing regions and applications, with the ISO symbols providing global standardisation for procurement and specification purposes.