C95500
Nickel Aluminum Bronze
Premium aluminum bronze with nickel for maximum strength. Excellent corrosion resistance in seawater applications.
Tensile Strength
90–110 ksi
Yield Strength
40–60 ksi
Machinability
50 / 100
Density
0.272 lb/in³
Chemical Composition
| Element | Min % | Max % |
|---|---|---|
| Copper (Cu) | 78 | 78.0 min |
| Aluminum (Al) | 10 | 11.5 |
| Iron (Fe) | 3 | 5 |
| Nickel (Ni) | 3 | 5.5 |
| Manganese (Mn) | — | 3.5 |
Physical Properties
| Density | 0.272 lb/cu in |
|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | 7.53 |
| Melting Point (Solidus) | 1900°F |
| Melting Point (Liquidus) | 1930°F |
| Electrical Conductivity | 8% IACS |
Mechanical Properties
| Tensile Strength | 90–110 ksi |
|---|---|
| Yield Strength | 40–60 ksi |
| Elongation | 10–15% |
| Hardness | 170–200 BHN |
| Machinability Rating | 50 |
Thermal Properties
| Thermal Conductivity | 21 Btu/ft·hr·°F |
|---|---|
| Coefficient of Expansion | 9 × 10⁻⁶ /°F |
| Specific Heat | 0.1 Btu/lb·°F |
Fabrication Properties
Soldering
Brazing
Oxyacetylene Welding
Gas Shielded Arc
Coated Metal Arc
Cold Working
Hot Forming
Typical Applications
- Marine propellers
- Valve components
- Pump impellers
- Heavy-duty bearings
- Hydraulic valve parts
- Aircraft components
Applicable Specifications
- ASTM B148
- ASTM B505
- ASTM B271
- AMS 4880
- SAE J461
- SAE J462
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about C95500 Nickel Aluminum Bronze specifications, applications, and properties.
C95500 Nickel Aluminum Bronze is commonly used for marine propellers, valve components, pump impellers, and heavy-duty bearings, hydraulic valve parts. Premium aluminum bronze with nickel for maximum strength. Excellent corrosion resistance in seawater applications.
C95500 has a machinability rating of 50 (on a scale where free-cutting brass C36000 = 100). This indicates moderate machinability, requiring appropriate tooling and cutting parameters.
C95500 has a tensile strength range of 90–110 ksi. This high strength makes it suitable for heavy-duty structural and load-bearing applications.
Yes, C95500 offers excellent corrosion resistance. The aluminum content forms a protective oxide layer that provides outstanding resistance to seawater, chemicals, and atmospheric corrosion.
C95500 is a cast alloy. It is available through sand casting, centrifugal casting, and continuous casting processes.