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Bronze

Take advantage of advanced CNC machining capabilities, high-quality finishes, and efficient production of custom bronze parts.

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Bronze is a copper-based alloy commonly used in CNC machining for parts that require strength, wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and long service life. Compared with brass, bronze generally offers better durability and friction performance, making it a reliable choice for demanding mechanical and industrial applications.

CNC machining bronze allows manufacturers to produce accurate parts with tight tolerances, smooth surfaces, and stable performance. Its good bearing properties make it suitable for components exposed to sliding, rotation, or repeated contact. Bronze also performs well in marine, outdoor, and moisture-prone environments, especially when the correct alloy grade and surface finish are selected.

At Longwang, we provide custom CNC machined bronze parts for prototypes, low-volume production, and batch manufacturing. Common applications include bushings, bearings, gears, valve components, fittings, marine hardware, industrial machinery parts, and precision custom components. With advanced CNC equipment, experienced engineers, and strict quality control, we help customers turn complex bronze part designs into reliable finished products.

strengthGood
processabilityExcellence
corrosion resistanceExcellent
typical applicationsShell, bracket, heat sink

Tin Bronze

Tin Bronze is a copper-tin alloy known for good wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and load-bearing performance. It is commonly used for CNC machined bushings, bearings, gears, valve components, pump parts, and marine hardware. Compared with brass, tin bronze generally offers better durability and friction performance, making it suitable for demanding mechanical parts exposed to sliding, rotation, moisture, or heavy-duty service conditions.

Tensile Strength, Yield (MPa)Fatigue Strength (MPa)Elongation at Break (%)Hardness (Brinell)Density (g/cm³)
150 MPa90 MPa25%75 HB8.72 g/cm³

C93200 (SAE 660)

It strikes a perfect balance between excellent wear resistance, good load-bearing capacity, and outstanding machinability. Its lead content also provides self-lubricating properties. It is primarily used to manufacture various sliding components, such as bearings, bushings, thrust washers, and wear plates.

Tensile Strength, Yield (MPa)Fatigue Strength (MPa)Elongation at Break (%)Hardness (Brinell)Density (g/cm³)
24012520658.93

C95400

It features extremely high strength and excellent wear resistance, as well as outstanding corrosion resistance, making it particularly suitable for marine environments. It is commonly used for heavy-duty bushings, wear plates, worm gears, valve components, and various types of marine hardware.It is also used in medical products that require high material stability.

Tensile Strength, Yield (MPa)Fatigue Strength (MPa)Elongation at Break (%)Hardness (Brinell)Density (g/cm³)
6203108.01957.45

C51000 / C54400

It features excellent elasticity, fatigue strength, and good wear resistance. It is widely used in the manufacture of springs, electrical connectors, precision fasteners, and precision sliding components.

Tensile Strength, Yield (MPa)Fatigue Strength (MPa)Elongation at Break (%)Hardness (Brinell)Density (g/cm³)
36515050---8.86

C86300

It possesses extremely high strength and excellent wear resistance. It is commonly used for heavy-duty gears, hydraulic cylinder components, high-strength valve parts, and the like.

Tensile Strength, Yield (MPa)Fatigue Strength (MPa)Elongation at Break (%)Hardness (Brinell)Density (g/cm³)
793 - 820460 - 57215 - 182257.70 - 8.80

Surface Finishing Options for Bronze

Bronze CNC machined parts naturally offer good wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and a warm metallic appearance. In many functional applications, bronze parts can be used directly after machining. However, the right surface finish can improve appearance, reduce tool marks, enhance corrosion resistance, increase wear performance, or meet specific product requirements.

Pros and Cons of
Bronze CNC Machining

Bronze CNC machining is widely used for parts that require strength, corrosion resistance, low friction, and long service life. It is especially suitable for mechanical, marine, industrial, and precision hardware applications. However, bronze also has limitations in cost, weight, and machining difficulty depending on the selected alloy.

pros

  • Excellent wear resistance:Bronze offers strong wear performance, making it ideal for bushings, bearings, gears, and parts with repeated friction.
  • Good corrosion resistance:Bronze resists moisture, seawater, and many industrial environments, helping parts maintain stable performance over long service life.
  • Low friction properties:Bronze provides natural lubricity, reducing friction between moving parts and improving mechanical efficiency in sliding or rotating applications.
  • High strength and durability:Bronze combines good mechanical strength with toughness, making it suitable for demanding industrial, marine, and heavy-duty components.
  • Good machinability:Many bronze alloys can be CNC machined accurately, allowing tight tolerances, smooth surfaces, and reliable batch production.

cons

  • Higher material cost:Bronze is usually more expensive than aluminum, brass, or mild steel, which may increase overall project costs.
  • Heavier than aluminum:Bronze has a higher density, making it less suitable for lightweight designs or weight-sensitive aerospace and drone components.
  • More difficult than brass:Some bronze alloys are harder to machine than brass, requiring proper tooling, cutting parameters, and machining experience.
  • Limited surface color options:Bronze has a darker natural tone, so additional finishing may be needed for decorative or brand-specific appearance requirements.
  • Alloy selection matters:Different bronze grades offer different properties, so incorrect material selection may affect wear resistance, corrosion resistance, or machinability.

Applications of
CNC Machined Bronze Parts

CNC machined bronze parts are used in many industries because bronze offers a strong combination of wear resistance, corrosion resistance, low friction, and dimensional stability. It is suitable for both functional mechanical parts and decorative components.

FAQs

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We offer both rapid prototyping and large-scale production, utilizing over 700 machines and experienced engineers to deliver high quality CNC parts with minimal compromise on lead time or consistency.

For precision CNC machining, we hold tolerances as tight as ±0.01mm. For sheet metal fabrication, our standard tolerance is ±0.1mm, depending on design complexity.

We process a wide range of metals including Aluminum (6061, 7075), Stainless Steel (304, 316), Titanium, Copper, Brass, and various specialty alloys.

Yes. We offer fast-turnaround prototyping to help you verify designs and functional requirements before scaling to high-volume manufacturing.

Yes, we are IATF 16949 certified for the automotive industry, along with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications to ensure global quality standards.

Prototypes usually take 3-7 days. Mass production lead times vary from 2-4 weeks depending on the project scale and secondary finishing requirements.

Yes. We have an integrated eco-friendly coating line and offer anodizing, plating, sandblasting, and laser engraving as part of our one-stop service.

Simply upload your CAD drawings (STEP, IGS, or PDF) via our contact form. Our engineers will provide a technical assessment and quote within 24 hours.

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