Brass is the term used for alloys of copper and zinc in a solid solution. Brass has a yellow color, somewhat similar to gold and is resistant to tarnishing.

C37700 Forging Brass ASTM B124

The exceptional hot working characteristics of C37700 makes it the classic alloy for forgings. With outstanding flow characteristics, this alloy can be forged and machined into sophisticated and most complex components. C37700 can also easily be electroplated with various finishes.

Typical Application of C37700 Forging Brass

• Builders Hardware: Door Handles, Decorative Knobs, Furniture Hardware
• Building: Valve Bodies for Refrigeration, Chemical
• Consumer:Golf Putters, Valve Bodies for Scuba & Propane Spray Tanks, Valve Bodies for Agricultural Spray Tanks
• Electrical: Covers, Fuse Bodies
• Industrial: Valve Components, Forgings and Pressings of All Kinds

C37700 Brass Standard Specification:

ASTM B111 is issued under the fixed designation B111/B111M; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.

Copper or Copper Alloy UNS No.

Previously Used

Designation Description

C72200 . . . . . .

A Designations listed in Classification B224.

• Units—The values stated in either SI units or inch- pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non- conformance with the standard.

• The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 19, of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limita- tions prior to use.