alpha bronze

noun

Meaning

A copper-tin alloy containing less than 5% tin, characterized by its single-phase solid solution structure that makes it highly ductile and easy to cold-work.

Examples

The manufacturer used alpha bronze to create the intricate contact pins for the new circuit board.
Because of its excellent fatigue resistance, alpha bronze is frequently selected for high-performance industrial springs.

Synonyms: phosphor bronze, wrought bronze, copper alloy, ductile bronze

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alpha bronze

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈælfə brɒnz/

Definition

A copper-tin alloy containing less than 5% tin, characterized by its single-phase solid solution structure that makes it highly ductile and easy to cold-work.

Examples

The manufacturer used alpha bronze to create the intricate contact pins for the new circuit board.
Because of its excellent fatigue resistance, alpha bronze is frequently selected for high-performance industrial springs.

Synonyms of alpha bronze

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