Aluminium Bronze

Product Description

Founded in 2001, we are one of the distinguished manufacturers, exporters and suppliers engaged in providing all types of Bronze Casting to O.E.M.s & export markets across the globe. These castings are used in extensively used in engineering industries for protecting bearing from wear & tear. Designed with precision using excellent quality of bronze, this Bronze Casting is available in different sizes as to suit the requirement of our clients.  

Features

• International Standards
• Leak proof
  
• Strong resistance against adverse effects

 

Aluminium bronze is a copper-based alloy known for its high strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and good wear resistance. It typically contains aluminum as the primary alloying element, along with other elements like iron and nickel. This combination of properties makes it a versatile material for demanding applications, particularly in marine environments and where high strength and corrosion resistance are crucial. 
Here's a more detailed look:
Composition and Key Properties:
• Main Components: 

  Primarily copper and aluminum, with additions of iron and/or nickel. 
• Strength: 

  Aluminum bronze alloys can achieve strength levels comparable to medium carbon steel. 
• Corrosion Resistance: 

  Excellent resistance to saltwater and atmospheric corrosion, due to the formation of a protective aluminum oxide layer on the surface. 
• Wear Resistance: 

  Good resistance to wear and abrasion, making it suitable for bearings and other wear-prone components. 
• Other Properties: 

  Also known for its good weldability, machinability, and resistance to cavitation damage. 
Common Applications:
• Marine Hardware: Propellers, pump components, valves, and other parts exposed to saltwater.
• High-Strength Fasteners: Bolts, nuts, and other fasteners where high strength and corrosion resistance are essential.
• Bearings and Bushings: Components subject to wear and friction, especially in demanding environments.
• Non-Sparking Tools: Used in hazardous environments where sparking could pose a risk.
• Welding Rods: Used for joining aluminum bronze parts or other metals.
• Other Uses: Valve seats, pump components, and various other applications where a combination of strength, corrosion resistance, and wear resistance is needed. 
Variations and Considerations:
• Alloying Elements: 

  Different aluminum bronze alloys can be created by varying the amounts of aluminum, iron, nickel, and other elements, leading to different combinations of properties. 
• Heat Treatment: 

  Heat treatment can be used to further enhance the strength, hardness, and other properties of aluminum bronze. 
• Machinability: 

  While generally machinable, aluminum bronze can be challenging to machine, especially in certain grades. 
• Cost: 

  Aluminum bronze can be more expensive than some other copper alloys, so it's often chosen when its unique properties are specifically required.