CW606N, also known as CZ131, is a type of brass alloy categorised as a riveting and turning brass with notable machinability and formability characteristics.
Chemical Composition
Copper (Cu): 61.00% - 63.00%
Lead (Pb): 1.5% - 2.8%
Zinc (Zn): Balance (approximately 33-38%)
Iron (Fe): Up to 0.1%
Aluminium (Al): Up to 0.05%
Nickel (Ni): Up to 0.3%
Tin (Sn), Manganese (Mn), and other minor elements in trace amounts (up to 0.2%)
Mechanical Properties
Ultimate Tensile Strength (UTS): Around 350 MPa (for certain sizes)
Elongation: Approximately 25%
Machinability rating: About 70-85% relative to free machining brass CZ121/CW614N (100%)
Density: Approx. 8.4 to 8.5 g/cm³
Melting point: Around 885°C - 910°C
Physical and Fabrication Properties
Good cold forming and hot working ability
Excellent solderability and good brazing capabilities
Welding mostly not recommended, fair for butt welding
Thermal conductivity around 115-120 W/m.K
Electrical conductivity about 26% IACS
Uses
Fasteners, rivets, screws, nuts, and other headed components