Introduction
C87600 is a silicon bronze sand-casting grade covered by ASTM B584. Typical applications include artistic castings and electrical components, as well as industrial parts such as bearings, valve bodies and valve stems.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Designation | C87600 |
| Material Type | Bronze |
| Sub Type | Silicon Bronze |
| Product Form | casting |
Manufacturing Process
Sand Casting
Equivalent Materials
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Similar Materials
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Reference Standards
| Standard | Standard Title | Edition | Specification | Identifier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASTM B584 | Standard Specification for Copper Alloy Sand Castings for General Applications | 14 | C87600 | UNS C87600, source_designation silicon bronze |
Related Casting Products
Physical Properties
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Chemical Composition
| Element | ASTM B584Edition 14 · wt.% |
|---|---|
| Cu | ≥ 88.0 |
| Zn | 4.0–7.0 |
| Pb | ≤ 0.09 |
| Fe | ≤ 0.20 |
| Mn | ≤ 0.25 |
| Si | 3.5–5.5 |
Heat Treatment
ASTM B584–14
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Mechanical Properties
Core Mechanical Properties
Notes
ASTM B584 · Edition 14
[1] Tensile Strength: inch-pound
[2] Yield Strength: inch-pound; 0.5% extension under load
Welding Conditions
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Applications
Silicon bronze ASTM B584 C87600 is used for artistic castings and electrical components, as well as industrial parts such as bearings, valve bodies and valve stems. Other cast components used in this material family include shaped hardware, decorative components, pump parts, valve parts, brackets, fittings and statuary.
Typical settings include architectural fittings, marine hardware and industrial equipment assemblies. Cast-alloy applications should not be confused with wrought fastener uses or interpreted as unrestricted seawater approval.
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