At Yumoto Vietnam, selecting the right material not only affects product quality but also determines production efficiency and operating costs. One of the copper materials commonly used at our company is C3604 – a brass known for its outstanding machinability, especially suitable for mass production.
1. What is C3604?
C3604 is a type of leaded brass (free-cutting brass), designed to optimize the machining process. Thanks to its controlled lead content, this material enables good chip formation, reduces cutting force, and minimizes tool sticking, thereby effectively meeting the requirements for fast and stable machining.
2. Properties and Machinability of C3604
C3604 is highly regarded in the mechanical industry due to its superior machinability and stability in production. This material is easy to process using methods such as turning, milling, and drilling, with good chip evacuation, no tool sticking, and minimal tool wear.
Thanks to its short, easily broken chips and efficient chip removal, C3604 allows high-speed machining, producing smooth surface finishes with minimal burrs. This reduces post-processing steps and enhances product aesthetics. At the same time, the material is suitable for machining complex components such as fine threads while still ensuring precision.
In mass production, C3604 helps maintain consistent tolerances and high repeatability between parts, contributing to better quality control and reduced defect rates. In addition, reduced tool wear and shorter machining time help optimize costs and improve operational efficiency.
3. Practical Applications in Production
At Yumoto Vietnam, C3604 is selected for products that require fast machining, high precision, and production stability. This material is commonly used in:
• Machining precision mechanical parts such as shafts, pins, and screws for mass production
• Manufacturing components with tight tolerance requirements
• Producing piping accessories such as valves, connectors, and faucets
• Components used in the automotive and industrial equipment industries
Image: The product is machined from C3604 material.
