Manufacturing reliable and robust industrial equipment, especially gears and bearings, demands materials offering exceptional strength, corrosion resistance, and superior wear properties. Among these materials, C95400 Aluminum Bronze stands out for its high tensile strength (up to 586 MPa), remarkable wear resistance, excellent corrosion resistance in harsh environments, and low friction characteristics. These attributes make C95400 ideal for demanding applications such as industrial equipment, power generation, and automation systems.
Using advanced CNC machining services, manufacturers precisely produce high-quality C95400 Aluminum Bronze components such as gears and bearings, achieving tight tolerances, intricate geometries, and excellent surface finishes. CNC machining ensures consistency, high durability, and optimal performance in critical industrial applications.
Material | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Wear Resistance | Typical Applications | Advantage |
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515-586 | 205-240 | Exceptional | Heavy-duty gears, bearings | Superior wear resistance, high strength | |
C93200 Leaded Bronze | 240-310 | 140-170 | Very Good | General bearings, low-speed gears | Excellent machinability |
340-470 | 170-310 | Moderate | Small gears, fittings | High machinability | |
930-1100 | 790-1000 | Outstanding | Precision gears, shafts | High strength, corrosion resistance |
Selecting suitable alloys for gears and bearings requires evaluating mechanical strength, wear resistance, machinability, and operational environment:
Heavy-duty gears, bearings, and critical wear components requiring high strength (515-586 MPa), superior wear resistance, and corrosion resistance significantly benefit from C95400 Aluminum Bronze, offering long-term reliability in harsh industrial environments.
General bearings, moderate-load gears, and equipment components that demand good wear resistance (240-310 MPa tensile) and exceptional machinability often utilize C93200 Leaded Bronze, providing cost-effective manufacturing and performance balance.
Small gears, fittings, and low-stress mechanical components requiring moderate strength (340-470 MPa) and high machinability typically select Brass C360, improving production efficiency and reducing costs.
Precision gears, shafts, and highly stressed components need outstanding strength (930-1100 MPa tensile) and superior corrosion resistance, and they prefer stainless steel 17-4PH, maximizing durability under extreme operating conditions.
CNC Machining Technology | Dimensional Accuracy (mm) | Surface Roughness (Ra μm) | Typical Applications | Key Advantages |
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±0.01-0.02 | 0.8-1.6 | Bearings, bushings, shafts | Efficient machining, excellent accuracy | |
±0.003-0.01 | 0.2-0.6 | Complex gears, precision fittings | Intricate geometries, high accuracy | |
±0.01-0.03 | 1.6-3.2 | Mounting holes, gear hubs | Fast, precise hole placement | |
±0.002-0.01 | 0.1-0.4 | Precision bearing surfaces, gear teeth | Exceptional precision, fine finishes |
Selecting CNC machining processes for C95400 Aluminum Bronze industrial gears and bearings involves complexity, dimensional precision, and functional demands:
Bearings, bushings, shafts, and cylindrical components requiring moderate precision (±0.01-0.02 mm) efficiently utilize CNC Turning, providing rapid and accurate machining.
Complex gears, precision fittings, and intricate industrial parts demanding extremely tight tolerances (±0.003-0.01 mm) significantly benefit from Multi-Axis CNC Milling, ensuring precise geometry and reliability.
Mounting holes, gear hubs, and components requiring rapid and accurate machining (±0.01-0.03 mm) employ CNC Drilling, streamlining production efficiency.
High-precision bearing surfaces, gear teeth, and critical components needing ultra-high accuracy (±0.002-0.01 mm) and fine surface finishes (Ra ≤0.4 μm) utilize CNC Grinding, optimizing performance and extending service life.
Treatment Method | Corrosion Resistance | Wear Resistance | Max Operating Temp (°C) | Typical Applications | Key Features |
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Exceptional (≥1200 hrs ASTM B117) | Very High | Up to 250 | Gears, bearings | Increased durability, corrosion protection | |
Excellent (~900 hrs ASTM B117) | High | Up to 300 | Precision bearings, fittings | Reduced friction, improved surface finish | |
Excellent (~1000 hrs ASTM B117) | Moderate | Up to 200 | Internal gear components | Corrosion resistance, surface purity | |
Outstanding (~1200 hrs ASTM B117) | Excellent | Up to 400 | High-load bearings, gear teeth | Superior durability, high wear resistance |
Selecting surface treatments for C95400 Aluminum Bronze gears and bearings requires evaluating the operational environment, wear requirements, and corrosion resistance:
Gears and bearings significantly benefit from Electroless Nickel Plating, increasing durability, wear resistance, and corrosion protection.
Precision bearings and fittings needing smooth, friction-reducing surfaces utilize Electropolishing, improving efficiency and component lifespan.
Internal gear components and fittings requiring reliable corrosion resistance choose Passivation, enhancing component performance and longevity.
High-load bearings, gear teeth, and critical mechanical components demanding exceptional durability and wear resistance significantly benefit from advanced PVD Coating, ensuring reliable operation under extreme conditions.
Precise dimensional inspections using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and optical comparators.
Surface roughness verification using high-accuracy profilometers.
Mechanical property testing (tensile, hardness, fatigue) according to ASTM standards.
Corrosion resistance evaluations via ASTM B117 (Salt Spray Test).
Non-destructive testing (NDT), including ultrasonic and radiographic inspections.
Comprehensive documentation is compliant with ISO 9001 and relevant industry standards.
Heavy-duty industrial gears and bearings.
Components in power generation and industrial machinery.
Automation equipment and robotics.
Wear-resistant fittings and mechanical components.
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