Bronze Alloy Typical Applications

  • General purpose bushes & bearings
  • Bearings for lifting tackle
  • Automotive fittings
  • Fuel & water pump bushings
  • Valve & slide seating rings
  • Hydraulics
  • Fittings
  • Thrust washers

Product Description

SAE660 is a leaded continuously cast copper based alloy that is suitable for a variety of applications that are under medium loads whilst using adequate lubrication. This alloy offers good sliding and dry running properties and is not subject to dezincification and has a reasonable resistance to brine making it suitable for pump and valve components. 

Corrosion resistance

Reasonable corrosion resistance

Related material specifications

• SAE660 • BS1400 LB4

Key features

• Excellent machining properties
• Used in bushes and bearings under medium loads
• Higher running speeds
• Good wear resistance
• Excellent anti-friction qualities
• A versatile bronze that can be used in many applications

 

Weldability

Not recommended but SAE660 is soft-solderable and to some extent also brazable.

Machinability

Excellent machinability