Phosphorous Bronze bars and rods are high-quality copper-based alloys well known for their superior strength, good fatigue life, and corrosion performance. These bars are carefully manufactured to deliver perfect surface finish, close dimensional tolerance, and consistent composition across the material. It is offered in a number of different shapes and sizes. It is largely applied in marine, electrical, and mechanical applications where reliability is paramount. Their dense-grain character and machinability render them a favorite across engineering environments. With reliable quality and improved wear resistance, phosphorous bronze bars and rods provide enduring performance for varied and challenging industrial uses.
Phosphorous Bronze generally consists of approximately 88–95% copper, 4–8% tin, and trace quantities of phosphorus. The composition improves hardness, elasticity, and corrosion resistance, particularly in marine and industrial environments. Mechanical properties comprise tensile strength of 350-800 MPa, good fatigue resistance, and satisfactory elongation values based on temper. Material is not magnetic, has good wear resistance, and springs back under repeated loading. It possesses excellent cold working ability, thus ideal for forging, machining, and forming into numerous precision components and pieces.
| Specifications | AMS 4625, ASTM B139, ASME SB139 |
| Phosphor Bronze Round bar size | Diameter: 3mm~800mm |
| Phosphor Bronze Angle bar size | 3mm*20mm*20mm~12mm*100mm*100mm |
| Phosphor Bronze Square bar size | 4mm*4mm~100mm*100mm |
| Phosphor Bronze Flat bar size | Thickness: 2mm~100mm |
| Width: 10mm~500mm | |
| Phosphor Bronze Hex Bar size | 2mm~100mm |
| Phosphor Bronze Billet Size | 1/2″ to 495mm Diameter |
| Phosphor Bronze Rectangles Size | 33mm x 30mm to 295mm x 1066mm |
| Finish | Bright, Polish, Bright, Rough Turned, Grinding, Centreless Ground & Black |
| Length | 1000mm-6000mm |
| Tolerance | H8, H9, H10, H11, H12, H13K9, K10, K11, K12 or as per clients’ requirements |
| Surface | Hot Rolled Pickled or Sand Blasting Finished, Cold Drawn, Bright, Polished, Hairline |
| Condition | Cold Drawnd Pulished Cold Drawn Centreless Ground & Polished, Annealed round bar |
| Technique | Phosphor Bronze Hot Rolled, Cold Rolled, Cold Drawn, Forged Round Bar, Rod |
| Form | Round, Rod, Precision Ground Bar, Square, Round Rod, Hollow, Hex (A/F), Triangle, Rectangle, Threaded, T-Bar, Half Round Bar, Flat Bar, Rings, Blocks, Billet, Ingot, I/H Bar, Angle, Channel Bar, Profiles, Forging Etc. |
| Alloy number | Sn | P | Pb | Zn | Cu+Sn+P |
| C5191 | 5.5-7.0 | 0.03-0.35 | ≥99.5 | ||
| C5441 | 3.0-4.5 | 0.01-0.50 | 3.5-4.5 | 1.5-4.5 | ≥99.5 |
| Grade B.S. 1400: 1985 | Nominal Composition | 2% PS N/mm Min | Tensile Strength N/mm Min | Elongation % Min | Brinell Hardness Min |
| PB1 | 89/10/01 | 130 | 250 | 5 | 60 |
| PB1 | 88/12 | 140 | 260 | 7 | 80 |
| PB1 | 90/10 | 130 | 250 | 5 | 60 |
| PB1 | 90.5/9.5 | 130 | 240 | 5 | 80 |
| LPB-1 | 87/8/2/3 | 80 | 175 | 7 | 60 |
| Pb2 | 88/12 | 120 | 195 | 5 | 60 |
| Pb2 PB | 88/12 95/5 | 145 130 | 295 240 | 5 5 | 80 80 |
Phosphorus bronze bars can be welded, but it requires care. The material tends to be brittle at high temperatures, so preheating and using appropriate filler materials are recommended for successful welding.
To select the right phosphorous bronze bar, consider factors such as tensile strength, corrosion resistance, conductivity, the specific environmental conditions, required durability, and mechanical properties for your application.
To select the right phosphorous bronze bar, consider factors such as tensile strength, corrosion resistance, conductivity, the specific environmental conditions, required durability, and mechanical properties for your application.
Phosphorous bronze rods are available in diameters ranging from 1/8" to 12" and lengths up to 20 feet. Finishes include hot-rolled, cold-rolled, extruded, polished, and custom-machined.
Phosphorous Bronze bars and rods find application in numerous industries that require toughness, wear, and corrosion resistance. Common applications are in electrical connectors, switchgear parts, springs, marine fasteners, bushings, bearings, gears, and valve components. They have superior conductivity and fatigue strength, making them suitable for use in electrical and marine engineering. They are also utilized in musical instruments, precision instruments, and heavy-duty mechanical equipment. Due to their extended service life and constant performance, phosphorous bronze is an accepted material in moist, friction, and recurring mechanical stress-exposed environments.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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