CDA 932 bearing bronze, also referred to as high-leaded tin bronze, 932 bronze, C93200, or SAE 660, is a copper alloy. Typically chosen for light-duty applications, it offers excellent machinability, strength, and resistance to wear and corrosion from brine and seawater.
At Sequoia Brass & Copper, we supply a variety of nonferrous metals in bar, plate, and sheet forms, including bronze, brass, and copper alloys. Learn more about the properties and applications of 932 bronze below.
932 Bronze Composition
932 bronze is composed of copper, tin, lead, and zinc with trace amounts of iron, nickel, and antimony. The specific composition is as follows:
- 81-85% copper
- 6.3-7.5% tin
- 6-8% lead
- 1-4% zinc
- 1% nickel
- <1% antimony
- <1% iron
This unique combination of elements results in various beneficial characteristics. For example, 932 bronze can retain its shape and accommodate journal irregularities and lower lubrication levels when used in machining operations. 932 bearing bronze is also suitable for general industrial use, as its properties comply with SAE J461, SAE J462, ASTM B271, and ASTM B505 standards.
932 Bronze Properties
The unique composition of high-leaded tin bronze delivers various properties, including:
- Tensile strength: 35,000 PSI
- Yield strength: 20,000 PSI
- Elongation: 10% at 2 inches
- Electrical conductivity rating (at 68° F): 12% of copper
- Melting point: 1790° F (977° C) liquid and 1570° F (854° C) solid
- Density: 322 lb/in3 at 68° F (8.91 g/cm3 at 20° C)
- Specific gravity: 91
- Modulus of elasticity: 14,500 KSI (100,000 MPa)
- Specific heat capacity: 090 Btu/lb/°F at 68° F (377.1 J/Kg/°K at 293° K)
The beneficial properties of 932 bearing bronze make it a great option for various fabrication processes, including soldering, machining, brazing, and heat treating. However, it is not ideal for applications requiring welding, particularly gas shielded arc welding, oxyacetylene welding, and coated metal arc welding. The material can be heat treated at 500° F to enhance properties like strength using methods like stress relieving.
Applications of 932 Bronze
CDA 932 bearing bronze offers several characteristics that make it ideal for light-duty applications. 932 bearing bronze rods and tubes are suitable for the following uses:
- Automotive fittings
- Bearings and bushings
- Cylinders
- Gears and sprockets
- Impellers
- Light duty gears
- Plates
- Pump and valve components
- Washers
- Wear strips
932 Bronze Tubes and Rods From Sequoia Brass & Copper
Sequoia Brass & Copper offers 932 bearing bronze rods and tubes that can be cut-to-order to meet your unique application requirements. They come in the following sizes:
- Rods: Available in outer diameters from 0.375 to 8 inches and lengths from 6.5 to 13 inches
- Tubes: Available in outer diameters from 1.25 to 10.5 inches, inner diameters from 0.5 to 9.5 inches, wall thicknesses of 0.375 to 1.5 inches, and lengths of 6.5 or 13 inches
We can also supply 932 bearing bronze in solid bars ranging from ⅜ to 12 inches in diameter.
Contact Sequoia Brass & Copper Today for 932 Bronze
Sequoia Brass & Copper is an industry-leading supplier of 932 bearing bronze and other non-ferrous metals, including brass and copper. When you work with us for your non-ferrous metal needs, you benefit from our strict quality management system, in-house close tolerance cutting capabilities, and competitive prices and shipping rates.
To learn more about our bronze offerings, browse our bronze products page or bronze product catalog. For additional information or to get started on your order, contact us or request a quote today.