Dec 18 2012
Phosphor bronze UNS C52400 has a copper content of not less than 90%.
The following table shows the mechanical properties of UNS C52400 wires as a function of heat treatment and thickness.
| Temper |
Thickness |
Tensile Str. |
Elong. |
| H01 |
2mm (0.08in) |
641MPa (93ksi) |
- |
| H02 |
2mm (0.08in) |
814MPa (118ksi) |
- |
| H04 |
2mm (0.08in) |
1014MPa (147ksi) |
- |
| OS035 |
2mm (0.08in) |
455MPa (66ksi) |
70% |
Equivalent materials to UNS C52400 copper alloys are the following:
- ASME SFA5.21
- ASTM B139
- ASTM B159
- SAE J461
- SAE J463
The chemical composition of UNS C52400 copper alloy is outlined in the following table.
| Element |
Content (%) |
| Tin, Sn |
10 - 11 |
| Zinc, Zn |
0.2 |
| Iron, Fe |
0.1 |
| Lead, Pb |
0.05 |
| Phosphorous, P |
0.03-0.35 |
| Copper, Cu |
Remainder |