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UNS C68700 vs UNS C46400

Minimal Match — 35% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

UNS C68700 and UNS C46400 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 C46400 is defined under Unified Numbering System (UNS), originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, UNS C68700 vs UNS C46400 is a 45.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 19%. Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.

Frequently Compared With UNS C68700:
UNS C27000 UNS C26000 UNS C28000 UNS C21000 UNS C36000 UNS C23000
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
45.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
19%
OVERALL
35%
Specifications
Property UNS C68700 UNS C46400
Standard UNS UNS
Category Brass Alloys Brass Alloys
Cu (%) 76.00-79.00 59.00-62.00
Pb (%) 0-0.07 0-0.20
Fe (%) 0-0.06 0-0.10
Al (%) 1.80-2.50 Not specified
As (%) 0.02-0.06 Not specified
Zn (%) balance balance
Sn (%) Not specified 0.50-1.00
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 C46400
Yield Strength ~200-250 MPa (O61 annealed) ~145-200 MPa (H01/H02)
Tensile Strength ~350-390 MPa (O61 annealed) ~380-490 MPa (H01/H02)
Elongation ~20-30% (O61 annealed) ~15-35% (H01/H02)
Note Aluminium brass (condenser tube alloy), values for O61 annealed condition Naval brass, values for H01/H02 temper
Key Differences
Can UNS C68700 Be Substituted With UNS C46400?
UNS C68700 and UNS C46400 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.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
UNS C68700
No active listings currently.
UNS C46400
Round Bar → (2 listings)
Diameter: 20–40 mm (0.79–1.57 in)
Length: 3000–3000 mm (118.11–118.11 in)
On M-EX Right Now
UNS C68700
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UNS C46400
2 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between UNS C68700 and UNS C46400?
UNS C68700 specifies Al, As which are not specified for UNS C46400. UNS C46400 specifies Sn which is not specified for UNS C68700.
Can UNS C68700 be substituted with UNS C46400?
UNS C68700 and UNS C46400 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.