Copper Alloy C92610-M01
Finish state · default condition
UNS C92610
M01 = as sand cast
Standard as-cast condition for bearings, bushings, pump and valve components produced in sand moulds.
Values for the M01 condition
Other C92610 tempers and conditions
C92610 is listed in 4 conditions; see the grade overview at C92610.
Compare all 4 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
M01DefaultThis page As sand cast | Standard as-cast condition for bearings, bushings, pump and valve components produced in sand moulds. | 145 | 275 | 22 | 70 HB | 11.5 % IACS |
As centrifugally cast | Pick for sleeves, bushings and rings where the denser, more directionally solidified structure gives higher strength and soundness. | 155 | 300 | 20 | 75 HB | 11.5 % IACS |
As plaster cast | Use for medium-volume small parts needing finer grain, tighter dimensions and slightly higher strength than sand casting. | 155 | 295 | 18 | 75 HB | 11.5 % IACS |
As continuous cast | Best choice for stock bar/tube to be machined into bushings — dense, porosity-free structure with the highest strength and hardness of the cast conditions. | 165 | 310 | 18 | 80 HB | 11.5 % IACS |
What is C92610-M01?
C92610-M01 is C92610 supplied in the M01 condition — standard as-cast condition for bearings, bushings, pump and valve components produced in sand moulds. C92610-M01 has a yield strength of 145 MPa (21 ksi) and a tensile strength of 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) — weaker than 72% of copper alloy grades. Elongation at break is 22% and the elastic modulus is 100 GPa (14.5 Msi). C92610-M01 has a density of 8.8 g/cm³ (0.318 lb/in³), heavier than 58% of copper alloy grades. It melts at 855°C (1,571 °F).
Advantages
- Easy to machine — 80/100, better than 86% of copper alloy grades
- 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
- Limited formability — 10/100, worse than 89% of copper alloy grades
- Low stiffness — 100 GPa (14.5 Msi), worse than 82% of copper alloy grades
- Difficult to weld — 25/100, worse than 78% of copper alloy grades
C92610-M01 properties
Typical room-temperature values for C92610-M01; 21 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are C92610 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among copper alloy grades.
Physical3
C92610-M01 has a density of 8.8 g/cm³ (0.318 lb/in³), heavier than 58% of copper alloy grades. It melts at 855°C (1,571 °F).
Mechanical15
C92610-M01 has a yield strength of 145 MPa (21 ksi) and a tensile strength of 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) — weaker than 72% of copper alloy grades. Elongation at break is 22% and the elastic modulus is 100 GPa (14.5 Msi).
Thermal6
C92610-M01 is rated for continuous service to 260°C (500 °F). It conducts heat at 48 W/m·K (27.7 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 67% of copper alloy grades. Thermal expansion is 18 µm/m·K (10 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
C92610-M01 conducts electricity at 11.5 % IACS, worse than 65% of copper alloy grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is good (58/100), worse than 76% of copper alloy grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of C92610-M01 takes about 58 MJ of energy and emits 4.2 kg of CO₂ — more than 61% of copper alloy grades. Typical recycled content is 75%.
Manufacturability8
C92610-M01's machinability is very good (80/100, better than 86% of copper alloy grades); weldability poor (25/100); formability not recommended (10/100).
Common Calculations5
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with C92610-M01
Is C92610 easy to machine?
Free-machining thanks to the lead phase — use sharp positive-rake carbide or HSS tools, high speed, light feed and flood coolant; chips break short.
Can C92610 be welded?
Poor fusion weldability (lead causes hot cracking and porosity); repair by brazing or by low-heat gas/TIG with matching Cu-Sn filler and preheat, or use soft solder.
Can C92610 be formed, bent or molded?
Casting alloy only — wide freezing range needs good gating, risers and chills to avoid interdendritic shrinkage; suited to sand, permanent-mould, centrifugal and continuous casting.
What surface finishes work on C92610?
Takes tin, nickel or chrome plating well after careful degreasing; chemical patina or lacquer for decorative parts; polishing limited by lead smearing.
C92610 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 |
|---|---|---|
| CuCu + named elements ≥ 99.3% typical for C92xxx | 80 – 85 | 83 |
| Snprimary strengthening / anti-friction element | 9.5 – 10.5 | 10 |
| Pbfree-machining and bearing lubricity phase | 4 – 6 | 5 |
| Zndeoxidiser / fluidity | 2 – 5 | 3 |
| Niincidental, counted with Cu | ≤ 1 | — |
| Fe | ≤ 0.25 | — |
| Sb | ≤ 0.25 | — |
| S | ≤ 0.05 | — |
| P | ≤ 0.05 | — |
| Al | ≤ 0.01 | — |
| Si | ≤ 0.01 | — |
C92610-M01 — frequently asked
What is C92610-M01 used for?
C92610-M01 is typically used for bearings, bushings and fittings. In short: free-machining bearing bronze; higher tin for strength; continuous-cast bar availability.
What is the yield strength of C92610-M01?
C92610-M01 has a typical yield strength of 145 MPa (21 ksi) and a tensile strength of 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) — weaker than 72% of copper alloy grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 4 listed tempers.
Is C92610-M01 easy to machine?
Yes — machinability is rated very good (80/100, better than 86% of copper alloy grades). Free-machining thanks to the lead phase — use sharp positive-rake carbide or HSS tools, high speed, light feed and flood coolant; chips break short.
Can C92610-M01 be welded?
Not readily — weldability is rated poor (25/100). Poor fusion weldability (lead causes hot cracking and porosity); repair by brazing or by low-heat gas/TIG with matching Cu-Sn filler and preheat, or use soft solder.
What surface finishes work on C92610-M01?
Takes tin, nickel or chrome plating well after careful degreasing; chemical patina or lacquer for decorative parts; polishing limited by lead smearing.
Can C92610-M01 be formed, bent or molded?
Casting alloy only — wide freezing range needs good gating, risers and chills to avoid interdendritic shrinkage; suited to sand, permanent-mould, centrifugal and continuous casting.
What is the maximum service temperature of C92610-M01?
C92610-M01 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 C92610-M01 and C92610-M07?
M01 is the default condition — standard as-cast condition for bearings, bushings, pump and valve components produced in sand moulds. M07: best choice for stock bar/tube to be machined into bushings — dense, porosity-free structure with the highest strength and hardness of the cast conditions. Yield strength is 145 MPa in M01 versus 165 MPa in M07.
Sources
- ASTM B505/B505M — Copper Alloy Continuous Castings — ASTM International (2018)
- ASTM B584 — Copper Alloy Sand Castings for General Applications — ASTM International (2022)
- CDA Unified Numbering System alloy datasheets (C92xxx leaded tin bronzes) — Copper Development Association (2023)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 2 — Properties and Selection: Nonferrous Alloys — ASM International (1990)
- GB/T 1176 (ZCuSn10Pb5 comparison) — SAC (2013)
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.