Starc Metals, located in Canberra, Australia, is a well-respected manufacturer and supplier of top-notch non-ferrous metal products, including Phosphor Bronze bars and rods. Known for their impressive strength, resistance to corrosion, and excellent machinability, these bars and rods are designed to excel in tough industrial and engineering settings. Starc Metals employs cutting-edge manufacturing techniques and strict quality standards to ensure that their products are durable and precise. They cater to various industries such as electrical, marine, automotive, and aerospace, providing Phosphor Bronze bars and rods that deliver reliable performance for components that need outstanding wear resistance, toughness, and a long lifespan.
Phosphor Bronze bars and rods are made from copper-based alloys, containing about 88–95% copper, 4–10% tin, and 0.01–0.35% phosphorus. This unique blend gives them high fatigue resistance, great elasticity, and enhanced toughness. On a mechanical level, Phosphor Bronze boasts good tensile strength, hardness, and superior wear resistance. The inclusion of phosphorus boosts stiffness, refines the grain structure, and improves corrosion resistance while also enhancing machinability. These characteristics make Phosphor Bronze bars and rods perfect for applications that demand strength, precision, and long-lasting reliability in both mechanical and electrical components.
| Specifications | AMS 4625, ASTM B139, ASME SB139 |
| Phosphor Bronze Round bar size | Diameter: 3mm~800mm |
| Phosphor Bronze Angle bar size | 3mm*20mm*20mm~12mm*100mm*100mm |
| Phosphor Bronze Square bar size | 4mm*4mm~100mm*100mm |
| Phosphor Bronze Flat bar size | Thickness: 2mm~100mm |
| Width: 10mm~500mm | |
| Phosphor Bronze Hex Bar size | 2mm~100mm |
| Phosphor Bronze Billet Size | 1/2″ to 495mm Diameter |
| Phosphor Bronze Rectangles Size | 33mm x 30mm to 295mm x 1066mm |
| Finish | Bright, Polish, Bright, Rough Turned, Grinding, Centreless Ground & Black |
| Length | 1000mm-6000mm |
| Tolerance | H8, H9, H10, H11, H12, H13K9, K10, K11, K12 or as per clients’ requirements |
| Surface | Hot Rolled Pickled or Sand Blasting Finished, Cold Drawn, Bright, Polished, Hairline |
| Condition | Cold Drawnd Pulished Cold Drawn Centreless Ground & Polished, Annealed round bar |
| Technique | Phosphor Bronze Hot Rolled, Cold Rolled, Cold Drawn, Forged Round Bar, Rod |
| Form | Round, Rod, Precision Ground Bar, Square, Round Rod, Hollow, Hex (A/F), Triangle, Rectangle, Threaded, T-Bar, Half Round Bar, Flat Bar, Rings, Blocks, Billet, Ingot, I/H Bar, Angle, Channel Bar, Profiles, Forging Etc. |
| Alloy number | Sn | P | Pb | Zn | Cu+Sn+P |
| C5191 | 5.5-7.0 | 0.03-0.35 | ≥99.5 | ||
| C5441 | 3.0-4.5 | 0.01-0.50 | 3.5-4.5 | 1.5-4.5 | ≥99.5 |
| Grade B.S. 1400: 1985 | Nominal Composition | 2% PS N/mm Min | Tensile Strength N/mm Min | Elongation % Min | Brinell Hardness Min |
| PB1 | 89/10/01 | 130 | 250 | 5 | 60 |
| PB1 | 88/12 | 140 | 260 | 7 | 80 |
| PB1 | 90/10 | 130 | 250 | 5 | 60 |
| PB1 | 90.5/9.5 | 130 | 240 | 5 | 80 |
| LPB-1 | 87/8/2/3 | 80 | 175 | 7 | 60 |
| Pb2 | 88/12 | 120 | 195 | 5 | 60 |
| Pb2 PB | 88/12 95/5 | 145 130 | 295 240 | 5 5 | 80 80 |
Phosphorus bronze bars can be welded, but it requires care. The material tends to be brittle at high temperatures, so preheating and using appropriate filler materials are recommended for successful welding.
To select the right phosphorous bronze bar, consider factors such as tensile strength, corrosion resistance, conductivity, the specific environmental conditions, required durability, and mechanical properties for your application.
To select the right phosphorous bronze bar, consider factors such as tensile strength, corrosion resistance, conductivity, the specific environmental conditions, required durability, and mechanical properties for your application.
Phosphorous bronze rods are available in diameters ranging from 1/8" to 12" and lengths up to 20 feet. Finishes include hot-rolled, cold-rolled, extruded, polished, and custom-machined.
Thanks to their strength, durability, and corrosion resistance, Phosphor Bronze bars and rods find widespread use across various industries. You’ll often see them in electrical connectors, bushings, bearings, springs, gears, and fasteners. In the marine and automotive sectors, they’re the go-to choice for components that face moisture and wear. Their remarkable fatigue resistance and anti-friction qualities make them ideal for precision instruments and mechanical assemblies. Plus, Phosphor Bronze bars and rods are also utilized in musical instruments and industrial machinery, where performance, resilience, and reliability are crucial, especially under challenging operating conditions.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Starc Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Canberra, Australia
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