Chemical Lead (Pb-0.04–0.08Cu) vs Pure Lead (Pb 99.94% min)
Property comparison of Chemical Lead (Pb-0.04–0.08Cu) and Pure Lead (Pb 99.94% min), both lead alloy.
| Property | Chemical Lead (Pb-0.04–0.08Cu) | Pure Lead (Pb 99.94% min) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yield strength | 8 MPa | 6 MPa | -25% |
| Tensile strength | 20 MPa | 18 MPa | -10% |
| Elongation | 45 % | 50 % | +11% |
| Elastic modulus | 16,000 MPa | 16,000 MPa | 0% |
| Density | 11,340 kg/m³ | 11,340 kg/m³ | 0% |
| Brinell hardness | 5 HB | 4 HB | -20% |
| Thermal conductivity | 35 W/m·K | 35 W/m·K | 0% |
| Specific heat | 128 J/kg·K | 128 J/kg·K | 0% |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion | 0.000029 1/K | 0.000029 1/K | 0% |
| Melting point | 327 °C | 327 °C | 0% |
Difference is Pure Lead (Pb 99.94% min) relative to Chemical Lead (Pb-0.04–0.08Cu). Values are taken from the representative row of each material; both materials may have multiple heat treatments or conditions on their individual pages.
Identification
- grade
- copper-bearing lead
- standard
- ASTM B29
- heat treatment
- as-cast/wrought
- grade
- refined pure lead
- standard
- ASTM B29
- heat treatment
- as-cast/wrought
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