Key features:

Corrosion-resisting but strength and bearing requirements are shortcoming. Suits brass hatches,fittings and frames. Chest hinges, brackets, clips, brass valves, brass pipe flanges and ship trims are also suitable.


Full alloy description:

A.W. Fraser Alloy 857 is a leaded yellow brass conforming to the requirements of UNS C85700.

Alloy 857 has good machinability and adequate corrosion resistance making it suitable for bushings and hardware fittings requiring low to moderate strength.

The composition of A.W. Fraser alloy 857 is strictly controlled as are the casting conditions.

Alloy 857 products are manufactured using the latest continuous casting technology.
Machinability Rating: 80
SAE Grade: 6C

Comparable specifications:

ASTM B584 - C85700; BS 1400 - DCB3*; JIS 5120 - CA C203 (YbsC3)*; AS1565 - C85710 *

* Similar but not identical

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Specifications:

  • C85700/C85710
  • DCB3* / CuZn40Pb
  • CC754S / CuZn39Pb1Al-C
  • 2.0342 / CuZn33Pb*/ CuZn37Pb
  • CAC203 (YbsC3)*
  • C85710*
* = similar specification
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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.

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