BS EN 12420:2014

What is BS EN 12420 - Copper and copper alloy die and hand forgings about?

BS EN 12420 is a European standard on copper and copper alloys that discusses the requirements and characteristics of copper and copper alloy die and hand forgings. BS EN 12420 specifies the composition, the property requirements, and tolerances on dimensions and form for copper and copper alloy die and hand forgings. The sampling procedures, the methods of testing for verification of conformity to the requirements of BS EN 12420 , and the delivery conditions are also specified.

Who is BS EN 12420 - Copper and copper alloy die and hand forgings for?

BS EN 12420 on copper and copper alloy die and hand forging are relevant to:

Manufacturer of copper and copper alloy die Copper foundry Mechanical engineer

Why should you use BS EN 12420 - Copper and copper alloy die and hand forgings ?

Copper and its alloys exhibit good ductility and are generally considered as easy to forge. Copper alloys have good plasticity and strength, good abrasion resistance ...