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C64200 Silicon Aluminium Bronze

C64200 is a high-performance copper alloy widely used in the industrial field due to its high strength, excellent wear resistance, and good hot workability.also known as Silicon Aluminum Bronze or

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Aluminium Silicon Bronze Bar

Grade:C63600,C64200 . Standard: ASTM, BS,EN,DIN,ISO etc.. Shape:Bar, Flat bar, Hex. Rod . Alloy Or Not:Is Alloy. Service:Bending, Welding, Decoiling, Cutting, Punching. Application:Cable Connectors,

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Casting Silicon Bronze Products

Grade:C63600,C65620,C64200,C65100,C65500. Weight:From 100g to 500kg . Size:Specification or as per Custom Design or Requirement. Shape: As drawing or customer requirement. Surface:Shot Blasting.

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Forging Silicon Bronze Products

Grade:C65100, C65500 etc. Tolerance:0.02mm or as customer drawing. Surface Treatment:Spray/Electroplating/Anodization etc. Characteristic:Durable and Stable. Applications:Manufacturing Plant,

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C65100 Silicon Bronze Bar

C65100 Silicon Bronze Bar is a high-performance copper alloy known for its excellent strength, corrosion resistance, and machinability. This alloy, part of the silicon bronze family, is composed

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Silicon Bronze Tube

Silicon bronze tubes are highly valued for their excellent corrosion resistance, strength, and versatility, making them a popular choice in various industrial and commercial applications. Silicon

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Silicon Bronze Plate

Silicon Bronze Plate is a high-performance copper alloy primarily composed of copper, silicon, and small amounts of other elements like manganese, zinc, or tin. Known for its excellent corrosion

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C65500 Silicon Bronze

Grade:C65500,CuSi3Mn1,CW116C,QSi3-1,96Cu-3Si-1Mn. Standard:ASTM,UNS,BS,En etc.. Available Sizes:. Rod: Dia.5~500mm; Wire: Dia.0.1-5.0mm. Tube: OD10~800mm, ThK 0.1~50mm. Plate: THK. min 0.5mm. Custom

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What Is Silicon Bronze?

Silicon bronze is a copper alloy composed mainly of copper, which accounts for about 96% of the composition. The remainder consists of: silicon, zinc, manganese, iron, tin, and/or lead. With less lead than traditional bronze, it’s considered a low-lead bronze alloy. Instead, it embraces silicon as its primary alloying element.

Advantages of Silicon Bronze

It is highly resistant to corrosion and corrosive conditions. The presence of silicon in the alloy enhances its resistance to agents that might otherwise accelerate the corrosion process.
It exhibits excellent mechanical properties, including high tensile strength.
The reddish-brown color is appealing. This adds to the visual appearance of finished products.
Silicon bronze is relatively malleable, which allows for easy shaping, forging, and machining.
It is highly resistant to wear and tear, which makes it a preferred option for components that are constantly exposed to friction and mechanical stress.
Thermal conductivity is strong, making it useful in applications where heat transfer is essential.
Silicon bronze is a relatively sustainable material because its base material, copper, is highly recyclable. The recycling process has also proven to have a lower environmental impact than the extraction of raw materials.

Chemical Properties of Silicon Bronze

Chemical Property	Description
Base Metal Composition	Predominantly composed of copper (Cu).
Alloying Elements	Silicon primarily and trace amounts of manganese (Mn), zinc (Zn), tin (Sn), and sometimes aluminum (Al) or lead (Pb).
Electrochemical Behavior	Corrosion-resistant, pitting-resistant, anodic behavior, ion migration.
Reaction with Oxygen	Copper reacts with oxygen to form copper oxide (CuO).
Reaction with Moisture	Copper reacts with moisture and atmospheric elements to gradually form a protective patina.
Reaction with Sulfur Compounds	Relatively resistant to corrosion in the presence of sulfur compounds.
Reaction with Nitrogen Compounds	Stable in the presence of nitrogen compounds.
Formation of Intermetallic Compounds	It may form intermetallic compounds with certain alloying elements.
Thermal Conductivity	Maintains good thermal conductivity and is suitable for applications where heat transfer is essential.
Resistance to Acidic Environments	Generally resists corrosion in acidic environments.
Resistance to Alkaline Environments	Exhibits resistance to alkaline substances.

Physical Properties of Silicon Bronze

Density

The density of silicon bronze is typically between 8.53 and 8.83 grams per cubic centimeter. This influences the overall weight and mass of components made from the alloy.

Thermal Conductivity

Silicon bronze exhibits good thermal conductivity, so it makes a good heat transfer medium. The specific thermal conductivity can vary based on the alloy composition.

Electrical Conductivity

Silicon bronze is known for its electrical conductivity, making it suitable for use in electrical connectors and other electronic components.

Hardness

The hardness of silicon bronze contributes to its strength and wear resistance. This can be influenced by the alloy composition and any heat treatments applied.

Tensile Strength

The tensile strength is the maximum amount of stress the material can undergo before it breaks or fractures. This is typically in the range of 70,000 to 90,000 pounds per square inch for silicon bronze. The exact figure depends on the specific alloy and heat treatment.

Magnetic Properties

Silicon bronze is non-magnetic, which can be advantageous where magnetic interference is a concern.

How Are Silicon Bronze Made

Raw material selection: The proper raw materials include copper and silicon, plus small amounts of tin, iron, zinc, manganese, and/or lead, depending on the formulation.

Melting: An electric arc furnace or induction furnace transforms the raw materials from solid to liquid.

Adding the alloying elements: The addition of the primary alloying element, silicon, is crucial to attain the desired properties of silicon bronze, but the other constituents must meet the right percentages too.

Stirring: All constituents must be evenly distributed in the molten alloy.

Casting: This sets the molten alloy into your desired shapes. It can be done through sand casting, die casting, or other methods.

Cooling and solidification: The silicon bronze cast is allowed to cool enough that it will retain the mold’s shape.

Applications of Silicon Bronze

Hydraulic Products
Hydraulic systems and devices use fluids to transmit mechanical power. The alloy's resistance to corrosion is crucial in fluid environments, and its strength and malleability are important factors as well. Silicon bronze ensures the longevity and reliability of hydraulic components, as it can withstand the adverse conditions associated with hydraulic systems, including exposure to moisture and hydraulic fluids.

Tubing
Hollow cylindrical tubing can carry a host of different fluids. Silicon bronze tubing is great where corrosion resistance and durability are essential, such as in the transport of water or corrosive liquids — it will last longer than many other metals.

Welding Rods
Welding rods are consumable electrodes used in welding processes to join metals. Silicon bronze welding rods are popular for joining copper, brass, and other non-ferrous metals. They offer good fluidity during welding and produce strong, corrosion-resistant joints.

Hardware Products
Hardware products is an umbrella term for a wide range of metallic components, including: fasteners, hinges, and decorative elements. Silicon bronze works well for these items because of its corrosion resistance and aesthetic appeal. The corrosion resistance of silicon bronze ensures the durability of hardware products, especially in outdoor or marine applications.

U-Bolts
U-bolts are U-shaped fasteners that are used to secure pipes or tubes to support structures. Because it resists corrosion so well, silicon bronze is an ideal choice for these elements if they’re exposed to the elements. The resistance to corrosion and the alloy's strength make silicon bronze U-bolts reliable for securing pipes and tubes, especially in marine or outdoor installations.

Architectural Applications
Architects and builders use silicon bronze materials in construction and design elements. It ends up in elements like fasteners, decorative hardware, and sculptures, mainly because of aesthetics. The corrosion resistance ensures the longevity of architectural elements, while the reddish-brown color adds an attractive and distinctive finish.

Marine Shafting
Marine propulsion shafts are regularly made of silicon bronze because it is strong, resists corrosion, and remains durable even in saltwater environments. Silicon bronze's resistance to corrosion is crucial for preventing the degradation of shafts, ensuring reliable and long-lasting performance in marine propulsion systems.

FAQ

Q: What are the advantages of silicon bronze?

A: “Silicon bronze offers superior mechanical strength, weldability, and long-term corrosion resistance, making it well-suited for structurally demanding or marine applications where material integrity is critical.

Q: When to use silicon bronze welding?

A: It is ideal for joining thinner metals together, filling gaps, and sheet metal work such as HVAC and auto body welding. When done correctly, a silicon bronze weld will have a gold colored finish that provides contrast to the base metal.

Q: Is silicon bronze self-lubricating?

A: Silicon bronze bolts are self-lubricating due to the silicon content, so wear and tear are less in bearings and heavy loads.

Q: What gas do you use for silicon bronze?

A: 100% Argon Welding gas for silicon bronze. 100% Argon: Typically, you want to go with a 100% argon shielding gas. This allows for a nice short-circuit transfer that helps the puddle wash out when using silicon bronze filler metal.

Q: Can silicon bronze be forged?

A: Silicon bronze is beautiful and tarnish resistant and can be hot or cold forged but it is not very responsive when cold forged.

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