Key features:

Maximum productivity and tool life on high speed repetition work.


Full alloy description:

A.W. Fraser Alloy 385 is a high speed turning and screwing brass conforming to the requirements of A. S. 1567 alloy 385.

385 has been developed for use where maximum output and longest tool life are essential on high speed automatics.

The composition of A.W. Fraser alloy 385 is strictly controlled as are the extrusion and finishing operations to achieve a constant standard of quality, properties and structure. All extrusions are manufactured from continuous cast billet stock ensuring uniform dispersion of lead particles and freedom from porosity.

Alloy 385 is susceptible to dezincification under certain conditions and is classified a category III alloy.
Machinability Rating: 100
SAE Grade: 72*/J461*/J463*

Comparable specifications:

BS2874 - CZ121-4Pb; EN 12449 – CuZn39Pb3 (CW614N) *; UNS C38510

*Similar but not identical.

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For a full alloy summary, including Chemical Composition and Mechanical Properties, please download our tech sheet in PDF format below...

Specifications:

  • C38500
  • CZ121 / CuZn39Pb3
  • CW614N / CuZn39Pb3
  • 2.0401 / CuZn39Pb3
  • C3604
  • CuZn40Pb3*
  • C38500
* = similar specification

Disclaimer

The alloy information provided on this page is indicative and must not be taken as a substitute for the full specification from which it is drawn. In particular, the mechanical property requirements vary widely with product specification.

The information contained on this page is based on our present knowledge and is given in good faith as a precursor to discussing your specific requirements with us.

No liability will be accepted by AW Fraser in respect of any action taken by any third party in relying on the data on this page.
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