BS 1400 PB-1 : PHOSPHOR BRONZE

Description :

Phosphor Bronzes are part of the Tin Bronze family which are popular for their strength and hardness gained by the addition of phosphorous rather than the more expensive nickel. These alloys are known for their superb spring qualities, high fatigue resistance, excellent formability and solderability and high corrosion resistance. It also offers a good resistance to shock loading.


PB1 is a copper based alloy with 10-12% Tin content. The high content of tin imparts a very good corrosion resistance in marine environments specially to seawater and brine, making it suitable for pump and valve components. PB1 is generally suitable for machining but is slightly tougher than leaded bronze.

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION :

ELEMENT Copper Aluminium Iron Nickel Zinc Lead Tin Phosphorus
Min (%) Balance - - - - - 10.00 0.50
Max (%) 0.01 0.10 0.10 0.05 0.25 12.00 1.20

Note: Ni includes Co; Cu+ named elements >= 99.5%; Unless otherwise noted, single values represent maximums.

AEPL produces PB-2, C54400, Phosphor Bronze alloy in the form of Certified Ingots weighing from 8 to 10 Kgs each.


QUALITY :

AEPL has implemented a quality system for Copper Based Alloys where all processes are monitored from start to finish i.e. from procurement of raw material, their combination, manufacturing processes, measurement and chemical analysis. We maintain our own laboratory with calibrated equipments to ensure delivery of certified ingots as per International Standards and satisfy clients' requirements. The equipment includes Optical Emission Spectrometer which uses arc and spark excitation technology. Samples of test reports are available upon request.


VALUE ADDED SERVICES :

AEPL manufactures and supplies Copper Alloys products to Domestic as well as International Markets. Located at a single site, our smaller foundries are equipped to use in-house certified ingots and create complex shapes of Copper alloy castings and turn them into finished components using Drilling, Grinding and CNC turning centres.


COMPARATIVE SPECIFICATIONS :

UNS: C90700 CuSn10P CB481K C91700

FABRICATION PROPERTIES :

soldering brazing machinability rating
EXCELLENT GOOD 20

CASTING CHARACTERISTICS :

Casting Attribute Level
CASTING YIELD MEDIUM
DROSSING LOW
FLUIDITY HIGH
GASSING MED- HIGH

TYPICAL USES :

product category product reason
INDUSTRIAL: Bearings, Bearings for Heavy Loads and Relatively Low Speeds, Gear Boxes, Gears, Restaurant Equipment, Speed Reducers, Valve Bodies, Worm Gears, Worm Wheels. Corrosion Resistance, Low Co-efficient of Friction, Wear Resistance, Moderate Strength, Good Resistance to Corrosion, Good Machinability, Pressure Tight up to 260 C, Appearance, Corrosion Resistance to Fresh Water, Corrosion Resistance to Numerous Environments, Corrosion Resistance to Saline Solutions.

STANDARD PACKAGING : WOODEN PALLETS