Bronze, most often used in bearings and similar components, is also a copper-based alloy, and is a very adaptable material that offers a broad range of properties from a wide selection of alloys and compositions. All bronzes have similar compositions and properties, but it is the added elements (tin, lead, aluminum, manganese) which provide the desired performance for the environment in which the alloy is used. Tin, for example, provides added strength. Lead increases bronze`s lubricity, but results in a decrease in strength. Increased aluminum and manganese content creates an ideal bronze alloy for applications that require both corrosion resistance and high strength.
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