Graphite was proposed as candidate to substitute lead for increasing machinability of Cu40Zn brass in this study. Cr, Fe, Ti and Sn were used as trace alloying elements to improve the mechanical properties and strengthen graphite/brass boundary bonding. The brass powder prepared by water atomisation process were premixed with graphite particles and consolidated by warm compact. The sintered billet was hot extruded to increase density and improve microstructure. The super-saturated solid solution of alloying elements precipitated in form of nano/micro scale particles in the subsequent hot working. Graphite particles with appreciate content can improve machinability effectively without deteriorating the mechanical properties. Graphite content and hot working temperatures are essential parameters which affect machinability and mechanical properties of the graphite brasses.
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