Gunmetal Rg7 (CuSn7ZnPb)

The bearing material: good emergency running properties, seawater-resistant, easy to machine.

Material groupGunmetal
Standard / designationCuSn7Zn4Pb7 (CC493K) to DIN EN 1982
Density8.8 kg/dm³
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Available to order38 items in 2 shapes

Gunmetal is a tin bronze with zinc and lead, produced by centrifugal casting. It slides well against steel, tolerates poor lubrication and does not rust. That makes it the classic material for plain bearings, bushings and valves.

Shapes in Gunmetal Rg7 (CuSn7ZnPb)

Properties

  • Tensile strength approx. 240 N/mm²
  • Very good sliding and emergency running properties
  • Resistant to water, seawater and many chemicals
  • Easy to machine
  • Not suitable for welding

Typical applications

  • Plain bearings and bushings
  • Valves, pump and valve parts
  • Marine and hydraulic engineering

Processing notes

Leave enough allowance when cutting to length: cast material has a harder outer zone that is removed when boring the bearing hole.

Sizes in Gunmetal Rg7 (CuSn7ZnPb)

38 items

We cut every semi-finished product to your fixed length, instant price, from one piece.

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The values are standard values and are intended for material selection. The material certificate of the respective delivery is binding; for a specific batch or an inspection certificate 3.1, please contact us.

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