Related Material — 58.3% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
UNS C26000 and UNS C68700 are both brass grades.
Both fall under the Brass Alloys category.
UNS C26000 is defined under Unified Numbering System (UNS), originating from United States, while UNS C68700 is defined under Unified Numbering System (UNS), originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, UNS C26000 vs UNS C68700 is a 66.7% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 41.7%.
Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 58.3%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
UNS C26000
UNS C68700
Yield Strength
~170-220 MPa (H02 half-hard)
~200-250 MPa (O61 annealed)
Tensile Strength
~350-390 MPa (H02 half-hard)
~350-390 MPa (O61 annealed)
Elongation
~35-55% (H02 half-hard)
~20-30% (O61 annealed)
Note
Cartridge brass, values for H02 half-hard temper
Aluminium brass (condenser tube alloy), values for O61 annealed condition
Key Differences
UNS C68700 specifies Al, As which are not specified for UNS C26000.
Can UNS C26000 Be Substituted With UNS C68700?
UNS C26000 and UNS C68700 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
What is the difference between UNS C26000 and UNS C68700?
UNS C68700 specifies Al, As which are not specified for UNS C26000.
Can UNS C26000 be substituted with UNS C68700?
UNS C26000 and UNS C68700 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.