CW708R

High copper alloy. It has excellent mechanical properties and resistance to wear even at high temperatures. However, the reduced workability due to chip removal allows it to be used for the production of bearings, bushings and mechanical parts subject to high loads.


CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Elements Min (%) Max (%)
Cu 66.00 70.00
Pb - 0.80
Fe - 0.40
Ni - 0.50
Si 0.70 1.30
Total Others - 0.50
Zn Remainder

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES ACCORDING TO 6912 FHTB2 (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) 0.5 40 460 - 240 18 - -
0.5 40 460 - 240 18 - -
Square (A/F) 0.5 40 460 - 240 18 - -
Octagon (A/F) 0.5 40 460 - 240 18 - -

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Melting Point - Liquidus°C 880-915
Density Kg/cm2. at 68°F 8.40
Specific Gravity 8.5
Electrical Conductivity% IACS at 68°F 15
Thermal Conductivity BTU/ sq ft/ ft hr/ °F at 68°F 71
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 68-57210⁻⁶ per °F (68 – 572°F) 19.4
Specific Heat Capacity J/ (Kg K) 377
Modulus of Elasticity in GPa 108
FABRICATION PROPERTIES
Technique Suitability
Machinability 40%
Capacity of being cold worked Good
Capacity of being hot worked Fair
Resistance welding Good
Arc welding good Good
Gas welding Good

TYPICAL USES
  • Mechanical parts
  • Bearing
  • Bushing