Bronze Specifications
Specifications
Phosphor Bronzes & Leaded Gunmetal
Aluminium Bronzes
Bronze is primarily an alloy of copper and tin but other elements are often introduced to create different characteristics. Bronze is a very hard material that is well-suited to demanding environments. General applications include bearings, gears, clips, electrical connectors, springs, sculptures, medals and musical instruments.
There are two main types of bronze - phosphor bronze and aluminium bronze.
The introduction of phosphor creates a very hard, wear-resistant material suitable for mechanical applications.
Aluminium bronze has a high level of corrosion resistance and impact strength, properties which make it a common choice in the marine, chemical and general engineering industries. It’s low friction surface also makes it suitable for electrical components.
Material Grade |
CHARACTERISTICS |
related grades |
PB102 |
General purpose phosphor bronze for engineering components |
CW451K / C51000 |
PB104 |
High strength phosphor bronze with excellent wear resistance |
CW453K / C52400 |
PB1 |
Concast leaded bronze for medium/heavy load bearings |
CC481K / C91700 |
LG1 |
Leaded Gun Metal modest strength for pumps, valves and bearings |
CC490K / C84400 |
LG2 |
Most widely used in the Leaded Gun Metal range |
CC491K / C83600 |
LB4 |
Concast leaded bronze rounds/hollows, medium/heavy loads |
CC494K / C93500 |
SAE 660 |
Leaded bronze used in bearings, medium speeds and pressure |
CC497K / C93200 |