Sahil Metals, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, stands out as a premier manufacturer and supplier of non-ferrous metal products, renowned for their quality and precision. Among their trusted offerings is the **Phosphor Bronze Bar and Rod**, celebrated for its remarkable strength, resistance to corrosion, and outstanding wear properties. This alloy is perfectly suited for high-performance industrial applications, including electrical, marine, and mechanical systems. Sahil Metals ensures that their phosphor bronze products meet international standards, catering to clients throughout Saudi Arabia and the broader GCC region.
**Phosphor Bronze Bars and Rods** typically consist of copper (around 88–95%), tin (3.5–10%), and a trace amount of phosphorus (up to 0.5%). The addition of tin boosts strength and corrosion resistance, while phosphorus enhances wear resistance and machinability. These bars and rods provide impressive tensile strength (usually between 350–600 MPa), excellent fatigue resistance, and a low coefficient of friction. They maintain their properties across a wide temperature range and perform reliably in both dry and lubricated environments.
| Specifications | AMS 4625, ASTM B139, ASME SB139 |
| Phosphor Bronze Round bar size | Diameter: 3mm~800mm |
| Phosphor Bronze Angle bar size | 3mm*20mm*20mm~12mm*100mm*100mm |
| Phosphor Bronze Square bar size | 4mm*4mm~100mm*100mm |
| Phosphor Bronze Flat bar size | Thickness: 2mm~100mm |
| Width: 10mm~500mm | |
| Phosphor Bronze Hex Bar size | 2mm~100mm |
| Phosphor Bronze Billet Size | 1/2″ to 495mm Diameter |
| Phosphor Bronze Rectangles Size | 33mm x 30mm to 295mm x 1066mm |
| Finish | Bright, Polish, Bright, Rough Turned, Grinding, Centreless Ground & Black |
| Length | 1000mm-6000mm |
| Tolerance | H8, H9, H10, H11, H12, H13K9, K10, K11, K12 or as per clients’ requirements |
| Surface | Hot Rolled Pickled or Sand Blasting Finished, Cold Drawn, Bright, Polished, Hairline |
| Condition | Cold Drawnd Pulished Cold Drawn Centreless Ground & Polished, Annealed round bar |
| Technique | Phosphor Bronze Hot Rolled, Cold Rolled, Cold Drawn, Forged Round Bar, Rod |
| Form | Round, Rod, Precision Ground Bar, Square, Round Rod, Hollow, Hex (A/F), Triangle, Rectangle, Threaded, T-Bar, Half Round Bar, Flat Bar, Rings, Blocks, Billet, Ingot, I/H Bar, Angle, Channel Bar, Profiles, Forging Etc. |
| Alloy number | Sn | P | Pb | Zn | Cu+Sn+P |
| C5191 | 5.5-7.0 | 0.03-0.35 | ≥99.5 | ||
| C5441 | 3.0-4.5 | 0.01-0.50 | 3.5-4.5 | 1.5-4.5 | ≥99.5 |
| Grade B.S. 1400: 1985 | Nominal Composition | 2% PS N/mm Min | Tensile Strength N/mm Min | Elongation % Min | Brinell Hardness Min |
| PB1 | 89/10/01 | 130 | 250 | 5 | 60 |
| PB1 | 88/12 | 140 | 260 | 7 | 80 |
| PB1 | 90/10 | 130 | 250 | 5 | 60 |
| PB1 | 90.5/9.5 | 130 | 240 | 5 | 80 |
| LPB-1 | 87/8/2/3 | 80 | 175 | 7 | 60 |
| Pb2 | 88/12 | 120 | 195 | 5 | 60 |
| Pb2 PB | 88/12 95/5 | 145 130 | 295 240 | 5 5 | 80 80 |
Phosphorus bronze bars can be welded, but it requires care. The material tends to be brittle at high temperatures, so preheating and using appropriate filler materials are recommended for successful welding.
To select the right phosphorous bronze bar, consider factors such as tensile strength, corrosion resistance, conductivity, the specific environmental conditions, required durability, and mechanical properties for your application.
To select the right phosphorous bronze bar, consider factors such as tensile strength, corrosion resistance, conductivity, the specific environmental conditions, required durability, and mechanical properties for your application.
Phosphorous bronze rods are available in diameters ranging from 1/8" to 12" and lengths up to 20 feet. Finishes include hot-rolled, cold-rolled, extruded, polished, and custom-machined.
**Phosphor Bronze Bars and Rods** find common use in applications such as electrical connectors, springs, bushings, bearings, gears, and marine hardware. Their unique blend of mechanical strength, corrosion resistance (especially in seawater), and electrical conductivity makes them ideal for precision engineering components. Additionally, their anti-sparking characteristics render them suitable for use in explosive settings. Phosphor bronze remains a favored material in industries that demand durability, reliability, and performance under mechanical stress and exposure to corrosion.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Sahil Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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