Brass Plate 353, commonly referred to as Leaded Naval Brass, delivers an optimal balance of high strength, excellent machinability, and superior corrosion resistance. Infused with lead to act as an internal lubricant and chip breaker, this alloy dramatically improves machining efficiency during milling, drilling, and shaping operations. Its composition provides outstanding resistance to saltwater and atmospheric degradation, making it a reliable standard for marine hardware, wear plates, and industrial valve components. The flat plate form offers a uniform, stable foundation ideal for heavy precision tooling and custom structural fabrications.
Product Information
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Thickness
0.625
Alloy
353
Metal Type
Brass
Shape
Sheet/Plate
Brand
Southern Copper
Weight/Lineal Foot
28.98 pounds
Mechanical Properties
Density g/cm^3
8
Yield Tensile Strength KSI
25
Ultimate Tensile Strength KSI
59
Rockwell Hardness B Scale
60
Brinell Hardness 500 kg load
94
Elongation % in 2 in.
15
Melting Point °F
1630 - 1670
Shear Strength KSI
36
Machinability %
90
Electrical Conductivity % IACS
26
Chemistry Information : 353 Brass
Element
Percentage
Element
Percentage
Element
Percentage
Zn
33.9
-
38.5
Pb
1.5
-
2.5
Residual
0
-
0.5
Fe
0
-
0.1
Cu
60
-
63