With a pleasant color and ability to accept a range of patinas, combined with a good fluidity, low drossing, and reasonable solidification range, Silicon Bronze (C873) is widely used for industrial applications. Silicon Bronze, meeting high military standards such as ASTM B584 (formerly ASTM B198-12A), has good brazing, welding, and a machinability of 40, allowing balanced mechanical properties and quality corrosion resistance.
Erie Bronze & Aluminum offers C87850 casting services of the non-leaded silicon bronze alloy for plumbing, marine, and industrial applications. This alloy is frequently specified for use in the replacement of potable water drinking systems and features high strength, machinability, and corrosion resistance characteristics, making it ideal for a wide variety of end uses.
