ASM Online Member Community

 View Only
  • 1.  Brass specifications used in potable water systems

    Posted 01-20-2023 10:05

    I'm interested to know how current yellow brass specifications are viewed with regard to component longevity in potable water systems.  Specifically, should the parts be susceptible to failure in a matter of 10 years or less?  How does water quality and changing water quality factor in, and should formulations be changed to account for this, or should manufacturer's utilize slightly less zinc to ensure that beta phase alloy is not present, thereby mitigating the likelihood of dezincification? This is becoming an issue with plumbing fittings.



    ------------------------------
    Todd Springer
    Senior Consulting Engineer
    Augspurger Komm Engineering
    Phoenix AZ
    ------------------------------
    Education courses


  • 2.  RE: Brass specifications used in potable water systems

    Posted 01-29-2023 09:58
    @Harold Michels or @Muthukumarasamy Sadayappan might be of assistance with this inquiry.​​

    ------------------------------
    Carrie Hawk
    ASM International
    Community Engagement Specialist

    440-338-5497
    carrieh@asminternational.org
    ------------------------------
    Education courses