Copper Alloy C92200-M05
Finish state
UNS C92200
M05 = as plaster cast
Permanent-mould castings for repeat small fittings; faster solidification gives slightly higher hardness with lower elongation.
Values for the M05 condition
Other C92200 tempers and conditions
C92200 is listed in 4 conditions; see the grade overview at C92200.
Compare all 4 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
M01Default As sand cast | Standard ASTM B61 sand-cast valve and fitting bodies; best all-round ductility and pressure tightness. | 138 | 276 | 30 | 65 HB | 14.3 % IACS |
As centrifugally cast | Pick for rings, bushings, sleeves and large-diameter tubular blanks needing a dense, oxide-free wall (ASTM B271). | 145 | 290 | 28 | 68 HB | 14.3 % IACS |
As continuous cast | Continuous-cast bar and tube (ASTM B505) for machined bushings and fittings — finer, more uniform structure and slightly higher yield than sand cast. | 152 | 276 | 22 | 70 HB | 14.3 % IACS |
M05This page As plaster cast | Permanent-mould castings for repeat small fittings; faster solidification gives slightly higher hardness with lower elongation. | 152 | 283 | 24 | 70 HB | 14.3 % IACS |
What is C92200-M05?
C92200-M05 is C92200 supplied in the M05 condition — permanent-mould castings for repeat small fittings; faster solidification gives slightly higher hardness with lower elongation. C92200-M05 has a yield strength of 152 MPa (22 ksi) and a tensile strength of 283 MPa (41 ksi) — weaker than 67% of copper alloy grades. Elongation at break is 24% and the elastic modulus is 100 GPa (14.5 Msi). C92200-M05 has a density of 8.64 g/cm³ (0.312 lb/in³), lighter than 57% of copper alloy grades. It melts at 825°C (1,517 °F). M01 is the default condition FabDigit quotes; M05 is available on request or by drawing note.
Advantages
- High service temperature — 260°C (500 °F), better than 75% of copper alloy grades
Limitations
- Hard to polish — 60/100, worse than 92% of copper alloy grades
- Low stiffness — 100 GPa (14.5 Msi), worse than 82% of copper alloy grades
- Poor heat conductor — 41 W/m·K (23.7 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 81% of copper alloy grades
- Limited formability — 15/100, worse than 79% of copper alloy grades
- Difficult to weld — 25/100, worse than 78% of copper alloy grades
C92200-M05 properties
Typical room-temperature values for C92200-M05; 21 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are C92200 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among copper alloy grades.
Physical3
C92200-M05 has a density of 8.64 g/cm³ (0.312 lb/in³), lighter than 57% of copper alloy grades. It melts at 825°C (1,517 °F).
Mechanical15
C92200-M05 has a yield strength of 152 MPa (22 ksi) and a tensile strength of 283 MPa (41 ksi) — weaker than 67% of copper alloy grades. Elongation at break is 24% and the elastic modulus is 100 GPa (14.5 Msi).
Thermal6
C92200-M05 is rated for continuous service to 260°C (500 °F). It conducts heat at 41 W/m·K (23.7 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 81% of copper alloy grades. Thermal expansion is 18 µm/m·K (10 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
C92200-M05 conducts electricity at 14.3 % IACS, worse than 56% of copper alloy grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is good (69/100), better than 72% of copper alloy grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of C92200-M05 takes about 55 MJ of energy and emits 3.6 kg of CO₂ — less than 72% of copper alloy grades. Typical recycled content is 75%.
Manufacturability8
C92200-M05's machinability is fair (50/100, better than 69% of copper alloy grades); weldability poor (25/100); formability poor (15/100).
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with C92200-M05
Is C92200 easy to machine?
Free-machining with the lead phase: use positive-rake carbide or HSS, high speed, light feed, soluble-oil coolant; chips are short and holes hold size well.
Can C92200 be welded?
Arc/gas welding is not recommended (lead causes hot cracking and porosity); repair by braze or soft solder, or use mechanical joints.
Can C92200 be formed, bent or molded?
A foundry alloy only — excellent fluidity and pressure tightness in sand, centrifugal and continuous casting; feed heavy sections to avoid tin sweat and interdendritic shrinkage.
What surface finishes work on C92200?
Not anodizable; take a bright turned or buffed finish, or apply tin, nickel or chrome plating; passivating/pickling in dilute sulphuric acid removes casting scale.
C92200 chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| Sn | 5.5 – 6.5 | 6 |
| Pb | 1 – 2 | 1.5 |
| Zn | 3 – 5 | 4.5 |
| Niincl. Co | ≤ 1 | — |
| Fe | ≤ 0.25 | — |
| Sb | ≤ 0.25 | — |
| P | ≤ 0.05 | — |
| S | ≤ 0.05 | — |
| Al | ≤ 0.01 | — |
| Si | ≤ 0.01 | — |
| CuCu + named elements ≥ 99.5 % | ≥ 86 (balance) | — |
C92200-M05 — frequently asked
What is C92200-M05 used for?
C92200-M05 is typically used for valve bodies, pump housings, fittings and marine hardware. In short: standard valve-body bronze; pressure-tight and free-machining; lead blocks fusion welding.
What is the yield strength of C92200-M05?
C92200-M05 has a typical yield strength of 152 MPa (22 ksi) and a tensile strength of 283 MPa (41 ksi) — weaker than 67% of copper alloy grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 4 listed tempers.
Is C92200-M05 easy to machine?
Reasonably — machinability is rated fair (50/100, better than 69% of copper alloy grades). Free-machining with the lead phase: use positive-rake carbide or HSS, high speed, light feed, soluble-oil coolant; chips are short and holes hold size well.
Can C92200-M05 be welded?
Not readily — weldability is rated poor (25/100). Arc/gas welding is not recommended (lead causes hot cracking and porosity); repair by braze or soft solder, or use mechanical joints.
What surface finishes work on C92200-M05?
Not anodizable; take a bright turned or buffed finish, or apply tin, nickel or chrome plating; passivating/pickling in dilute sulphuric acid removes casting scale.
Can C92200-M05 be formed, bent or molded?
A foundry alloy only — excellent fluidity and pressure tightness in sand, centrifugal and continuous casting; feed heavy sections to avoid tin sweat and interdendritic shrinkage.
What is the maximum service temperature of C92200-M05?
C92200-M05 is rated for continuous use to about 260°C (500 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
What is the difference between C92200-M01 and C92200-M07?
M01 is the default condition — standard ASTM B61 sand-cast valve and fitting bodies; best all-round ductility and pressure tightness. M07: continuous-cast bar and tube (ASTM B505) for machined bushings and fittings — finer, more uniform structure and slightly higher yield than sand cast. Yield strength is 138 MPa in M01 versus 152 MPa in M07.
Sources
- ASTM B61 — Steam or Valve Bronze Castings — ASTM International (2021)
- ASTM B505/B505M — Continuous Cast Copper Alloy Rod, Bar and Shapes — ASTM International (2018)
- ASTM B271 — Copper-Base Alloy Centrifugal Castings — ASTM International (2020)
- Copper Alloy C92200 property sheet — Copper Development Association (copper.org) (2023)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 2 — Properties of Nonferrous Alloys (Cast Copper Alloys) — ASM International (1990)
- SAE J461/J462 — Cast Copper Alloys (SAE 4A) — SAE International (2012)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.