6912 FHTB1

Manganese bronze contains small additions of manganese, iron, and aluminum, plus lead for lubricity, anti-seizing, and bonding. Like the aluminum bronzes, they combine high strength with excellent corrosion resistance. Manganese bronze bearings can operate at high speeds under heavy loads, but require high shaft hardness and nonabrasive operating conditions


CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Elements Min (%) Max (%)
Cu 56.00 60.00
Pb 0.50 1.50
Sn 0.60 1.10
Fe 0.30 1.25
Mn 0.50 2.00
Al - 0.20
Total Others - 0.50
Zn Remainder

Mechanical Properties According To 6912 FHTB1 (As Per Temper HB)
Range (mm) From To UTS Min (MPa) UTS Max (MPa) PS Min (MPa) Elongation Min (%) Hardness Min Hardness Max
Round (Dia) 1.5 75 430 - 180 15 - -
Hex (A/F) 3 70 430 - 180 15 - -
Square (A/F) 3 60 430 - 180 15 - -
Rectangle Thickness 3 50 430 - 180 15 - -

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Melting Point - Liquidus°F 1630
Melting Point - Solidus°F 1590
Densitylb/cu in. at 68°F 0.302
Specific Gravity 8.36
Electrical Conductivity% IACS at 68°F 24
Thermal ConductivityBtu/ sq ft/ ft hr/ °F at 68°F 61
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210⁻⁶ per °F (68 – 572°F) 11.8
Specific Heat CapacityBtu/ lb /°F at 68°F 0.09
Modulus of Elasticity in Tensionksi 15000
Modulus of Rigidity ksi 5600
FABRICATION PROPERTIES
Technique Suitability
Soldering Excellent
Brazing Excellent
Oxyacetylene Welding Good
Gas Shielded Arc Welding Fair
Coated Metal Arc Welding Not Recommended
Spot Weld Good
Seam Weld Fair
Butt Weld Good
Capacity for Being Cold Worked Poor
Capacity for Being Hot Formed Excellent
Forgeability Rating 80
Machinability Rating 30

TYPICAL USES
  • Automotive
  • Fasteners
  • Industrial
  • Marine