What is SAE 863 bronze?

SAE 863 Oil-Impregnated Powdered Iron Bronze is a special class of self-lubricating bronze designed to be used in heavy duty bearings and other moving industrial parts. It is stronger and heavier than our other self-lubricating bronze alloy, SAE 841.

What is SAE 841 bronze?

Bronze SAE 841 is particularly noteworthy because it is a powdered metal. These are a special class of materials designed to be used in bearings. As a machine using this bearing comes up to speed and temperature, a fine layer of oil sweats out of the bearing and coats the shaft, providing self-lubrication.

Why is bronze used for bushings?

Bronze is a versatile and commonly used material for bushings because it comes in many alloys and compositions. Bronze sleeve bushings or bronze bearings are hard and strong, as opposed to brass bushings, which are softer and more easily deform. Thus, bronze bushings have longer lifespans than brass bushing sleeves.

Should bronze bushings be greased?

SKF solid bronze bushings can be lubricated with either oil or grease. The lubricant not only improves the sliding properties, but also reduces wear and prevents corrosion. While oil is used in exceptional cases, solid bronze bushings are typically grease lubricated.

Why is bronze so expensive?

While all three contain copper, the percentage is far lower in Brass and Bronze than in pure copper as alloying elements are mixed in. Bronze is usually more expensive than brass, partly due to the processes required to manufacture bronze.

What is the best lubricant for bronze bushings?

Apply lubricating grease. Liberally coat the inside of the bushing with white lithium, or graphite grease. Lithium and graphite greases are high-quality lubricants, often used in automotive racing applications.

Is bronze worth more than gold?

Gold is worth more per ounce than both silver and bronze, but less of it is found every year because it’s far more rare. The greatest advantage of gold is it’s higher and more stable value. Because it’s worth more per ounce, it requires less storage space than silver or bronze.

Will bronze last forever?

So how long do they last? Ethan Darby of Trigard Memorials states “in the right conditions, a grave marker will virtually last forever. There are elements in cemeteries that can cause a bronze memorial to degrade quickly. There are also many ways to combat those elements.”

Should you oil bronze bushings?

For traditional bushing materials like bronze, lubrication is simply a requirement of the material. Lubrication requirements mean not only more maintenance but more muck.

What kind of metal is SAE 863 made of?

SAE 863 is a designation from the Society of Automotive Engineers. SAE 863 refers to a powdered metal product. This sintered metal is an oil impregnated iron copper product.

What does SAE 863 stand for in bearings?

SAE 863 is a designation from the Society of Automotive Engineers. SAE 863 refers to a powdered metal product. This sintered metal is an oil impregnated iron copper product. Generally we will supply SAE863 as a finished sleeve bearings.

What kind of alloy is C 863 manganese?

C 863 Manganese Bronze is a high strength alloy used as bushings, bearings, gears, gibs, screw down nuts, bridge pins, valve stems and hydraulic cylinder parts. This alloy is generally used in heavy load applications.

What’s the difference between c863 and c86300 bronze?

The C863 is a designation from the Copper Development Association. This referrers to a Manganese Bronze Alloy. This tough alloy is often used in heavy load bearing applications with very slow movement. C863 or C86300 is a cast bronze alloy, meaning it is a cast metal product.