Cast Bronze CuSn12-C (CC483K)
In the field of cast bronzes, we keep an especially extensive range of bars and tubes made from CuSn12-C in stock for you. With us, you are sure to find dimensions that are closer to your finished sizes, thereby minimizing weight and machining effort.
Many items are also available in CuSn11Pb2-C (CC482K).
Properties
Chemical properties
| Cu | 85,0 - 89,0 % | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sn | 10,5 - 13,0 % | ||||
| Maximum permissible additions | Pb 0,7 %, Ni 2,0 %, P 0,60 %, Al 0,01 % Fe 0,2 %, Mn 0,2 %, S 0,05 %, Sb 0,15 %, Si 0,01 %, Zn 0,5 % |
Mechnical properties - bars
| Bars and Holow bars | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Condition | Tensile strength Rm N/mm2 | Yield strength Rp 0,2 N/mm2 | Elongation A % | Hardness HB | |
| GC | ≥ 300 | ≥ 150 | ≥ 6 | ≥ 90 | |
| GZ | ≥ 280 | ≥ 150 | ≥ 5 | ≥ 90 | |
| GM | ≥ 270 | ≥ 150 | ≥ 5 | ≥ 80 | |
| GS | ≥ 260 | ≥ 140 | ≥ 7 | ≥ 80 |
Acc. to DIN EN 1982, 8.2.2 the above min. values for continuous cast (GC) are only valid for sizes up to 300 mm. For larger sizes these values are only a guideline.
Product variants
Round bars
| Alloy | CuSn12-C, CC483K |
|---|---|
| Variant |
GC, continuous cast |
| Norm | DIN EN 1982 |
| Tolerance | ≤ Outer Ø 97 mm: Outer Ø + 0,6 / - 0 mm Outer Ø 102-193 mm: Outer Ø + 1 / - 0 mm ≥ Outer Ø 202 mm: Outer Ø + 2 / - 0 mm |
| Strength | GC |
| Datasheet | Datasheet |
Flat bars
| Alloy | CuSn12-C, CC483K |
|---|---|
| Variant |
GC, continuous cast |
| Norm | DIN EN 1982 |
| Tolerance | ≤ 103 mm width: + 1 / - 0 mm ≥ 113 mm width: + 1 bis 2 mm /- 0 mm Guidelines, Variations may occur |
| Strength | GC |
| Datasheet | Datasheet |
Hexagon bars
| Alloy | CuSn12-C, CC483K |
|---|---|
| Variant |
GC, continuous cast |
| Norm | DIN EN 1982 |
| Tolerance | +0/-0,3 mm |
| Datasheet | Datasheet |
Hollow bars
| Alloy | CuSn12-C, CC483K |
|---|---|
| Variant |
GC, continuous cast |
| Norm | DIN EN 1982 |
| Tolerance | ≤ Outer Ø 97 mm: Outer Ø + 0,6 / - 0 mm Inner Ø - 1 / + 0 mm Outer Ø 102-193 mm: Outer Ø + 1 / - 0 mm Inner Ø - 1,5 / + 0 mm ≥ Outer Ø 202 mm: Outer Ø + 2 / - 0 mm Inner Ø - 2 / + 0 mm |
| Strength | GC |
| Datasheet | Datasheet |
Similar materials
- CuSn12, 2.1052, DIN 1705 (früher „Gbz12“)
- C90800, UNS
- PB2, BS1400
Typical applications
CuSn12-C is a tough, hard-wearing cast material with good wear resistance and good emergency-running properties, making it also suitable for high sliding speeds. This material is particularly suitable for parts that must withstand surface pressure combined with impact loads and that are subject to frictional wear.
CuSn12-C is distinguished by good corrosion resistance (including in seawater) and is resistant to cavitation stress.
For CuSn12-C, disclosure obligations under the REACH Regulation apply due to its lead content of max. 0.7%.
CuSn12-C is used, for example, in the following industries and applications:
- Mechanical and apparatus engineering
- Hydraulics
- Plain bearings and sliding elements, especially with high sliding speeds
- High-speed worm and screw gears
- Control and guide strips
- Spindle nuts
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