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Copper base alloys

US3972712A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 27, 1975
Grant dateAug 3, 1976
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Expiry dateFeb 27, 1995

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC22C9/05
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Copper-base alloys are disclosed which are characterized by unusually low melting points combined with good tensile strength and ductility in the as-cast condition, excellent founding characteristics, high hardness and strength in the as-cast plus heat treated condition, ability to be used as brazing alloys, and excellent wrought characteristics. These alloys can possess an attractive pale gold or silvery appearance as cast in sand, permanent mold and investment mold, and comprise the following constituents in the ranges and ratios specified: Percent by Weight Manganese 12 to 36 Zinc 4 to 28 Beryllium 0.10 to 1.00 Copper 50.0 + (10 .times. Be content) to 58.0 + (14 .times. Be content). Up to 2% lead may be usefully incorporated in these alloys to improve machinability.

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