C65600 is a copper-based filler metal alloy with notable amounts of silicon, manganese, tin, and zinc, primarily used in welding and brazing applications for its good mechanical properties and corrosion resistance.
Chemical Composition
Copper (Cu): Balance (including silver content)
Silicon (Si): Up to 4.0%
Manganese (Mn): Up to 1.5%
Tin (Sn): Up to 1.5%
Zinc (Zn): Up to 1.5%
Iron (Fe): Up to 0.50%
Lead (Pb): Up to 0.02%
Aluminium (Al): Very low, up to 0.01%
Characteristics
Moderate to high strength suitable for filler metal applications
Good electrical and thermal conductivity
Suitable for welding processes such as gas-shielded arc welding, oxyfuel welding, and brazing
Excellent corrosion resistance in various environments
Applications
Welding rods and filler metals for joining copper alloys
Brazing materials in the heat exchanger and piping industries
Repair rods for industrial components exposed to wear and corrosion