AB1, AB2 Bronze Rods
We are a leading and well recognized names in the field of offering quality finished range of AB1, AB2 that are as per BS:2872 CA-103, 104, ADM1076D, IS:10569/83, BS:1400AB1, AB2, IS:305 AB1. Also meeting the specifications as per IS 10569/05 NR. EQUIVALENT SPEC. BS 2872/86 CA103, ASTMBC62300, these are made available in annealed finish in sizes of 6 to 15, 15 to 50, 50 to 80 and 80 and above. These bronze rods have excellent capacity to be cold and hot formed and have machine-ability rating of 50%. Further, the rods have Forge-ability rating of 75 %, fair suitability for brazing and good welding capability.
Being corrosion resistant & non sparking alloy, some of the application uses of these bronze rods include
- Oil refinery
- Valves & fittings
- For worm gears
- Valve stems
- High pressure valves
Specifications:
| Aluminum Bronze |
|
| Chemical Requirements | |||
| Copper | Remainder | ||
| Aluminium | 8.5 to 11.0% | ||
| Iron | 4.0 to 6.0% | ||
| Nickel | 4.0 to 6.0% | ||
| Manganese | 0.50% max | ||
| Tin | 0.10% max | ||
| Zinc | 0.40% max | ||
| Silicon | 0.10% max | ||
| Total Imp. Excl. Mn | 0.50% max | ||
| Physical Properties | |||
| Condition | Size | T.S. MPa | EL% Min |
| Annealed / As Manufactured | 6 to 15 15 to 50 50 to 80 80 & above | 700 700 680 650 | 10% 12% 12% 12% |
| Fabrication Properties | |||
| Capacity for being | |||
| Cold formed | Poor | ||
| Hot formed | Good | ||
| Machinability rating | 30% | ||
| Forgeability rating | 75% | ||
| Suitability for soldering | Poor | ||
| Suitability for Brazing | Fair | ||
| Suitability for welding | Good | ||
| Uses | |||
| Excellent for corrosion resistant, Highest strength,Good wear and heat resistance, Like marine pump hardware & bearings, Valve guides & seats, Nuts, Shaft, Bolts & Threaded Parts for Ship building & power generation industries. | |||
