Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
UNS C68700 and UNS C23000 are both brass grades.
Both fall under the Brass Alloys category.
UNS C68700 is defined under Unified Numbering System (UNS), originating from United States, while UNS C23000 is defined under Unified Numbering System (UNS), originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, UNS C68700 vs UNS C23000 is a 63.3% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
UNS C68700
UNS C23000
Yield Strength
~200-250 MPa (O61 annealed)
~70 MPa (O60 annealed)
Tensile Strength
~350-390 MPa (O61 annealed)
~240 MPa (O60 annealed)
Elongation
~20-30% (O61 annealed)
~25% (O60 annealed)
Note
Aluminium brass (condenser tube alloy), values for O61 annealed condition
Red brass, values for O60 soft annealed condition
Key Differences
UNS C68700 specifies Al, As which are not specified for UNS C23000.
Can UNS C68700 Be Substituted With UNS C23000?
UNS C68700 and UNS C23000 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 C68700 and UNS C23000?
UNS C68700 specifies Al, As which are not specified for UNS C23000.
Can UNS C68700 be substituted with UNS C23000?
UNS C68700 and UNS C23000 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.