Silicon Bronze Copper Alloy

Common applications for Silicon Bronze Copper Alloy (CDA 655) include:

Marine Hardware: Used for fittings, fasteners, and other components exposed to seawater.
Architectural Applications: Utilized in decorative architectural elements, such as handrails and window frames.
Electrical Applications: Suitable for connectors and terminals due to its good electrical conductivity.
Shipbuilding: Components in boats and ships, including propellers and rudders.
Welding and Fabrication: Employed in welding rods and filler materials because of its weldability.
Hydraulic Systems: Used in hydraulic components and fittings where corrosion resistance is needed.
Artistic Applications: Popular in sculpture and artistic metalwork due to its appealing appearance and patina.

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Property	Value
Density	0.308 lb/in³ (8.53 g/cm³)
Melting Range	1,850-1,900°F (1,010-1,038°C)
Specific Heat	0.09 Btu/lb/°F (377 J/kg·K)
Electrical Conductivity	7% IACS
Electrical Resistivity	14.5 μΩ·in
Thermal Conductivity	19 Btu/ft²/ft·h·°F (33 W/m·K)
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion	9.8 × 10⁻⁶ in/in/°F (17.6 × 10⁻⁶ m/m/°C)

Property	Value
Melting Range	1,850-1,900°F (1,010-1,038°C)
Thermal Conductivity	19 Btu/ft²/ft·h·°F (33 W/m·K)
Specific Heat	0.09 Btu/lb/°F (377 J/kg·K)
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion	9.8 × 10⁻⁶ in/in/°F (17.6 × 10⁻⁶ m/m/°C)

Property	Characteristic
Capacity for Cold Working	Good
Capacity for Hot Forming	Excellent
Machinability (Free Cutting Brass = 100)	20
Soldering	Good
Brazing	Excellent
Oxyacetylene Welding	Good
Gas Shielded Arc Welding	Excellent
Resistance Welding - Spot and Seam	Fair
Resistance Welding - Butt	Good