C46400 Naval Brass is a 60% copper 40% zinc with 1% tin alloy. The addition of tin is made for extra corrosion resistance in seawater and other mildly aggressive environments. It also offers good strength levels combined with an excellent hot formability.
AMS 4611, 4612, ASTM B21, FEDERAL QQ-B-639, SAE J463, J461
Naval Brass has been used as propeller shafts, marine hardware, and fittings. It is a great metal choice to use in both saltwater and freshwater applications.
Naval Brass, Yellow Brass, Marine Brass, 464, C464