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Material datasheet · Leaded tin bronze

Bearing Bronze SAE 660

UNS C93200 · As-cast (continuous-cast bar most common)

The bushing-and-bearing default. Self-lubricating, anti-galling against steel.

UTS
35 ksi
240 MPa
Yield strength
18 ksi
125 MPa
Elongation
20%
in 2″
Hardness
65 HB
Typical
Density
0.322
lb/in³ · 8.91 g/cc
Modulus E
14.5
Mpsi · 100 GPa
CTE
10.0
µin/in·°F
Service T (max)
500°F
Continuous

Chemical composition

Nominal % by weight.

Element % by wt
Cu 81–85
Sn 6.3–7.5
Pb 6.0–8.0
Zn 1.0–4.0

Applicable specifications

AMS / ASTM / MIL.

  • ASTM B584
  • SAE J461
  • MIL-B-5687

Machining guidance

CNC parameters and tooling.

Roughing SFM
200–400
Finishing SFM
300–500
Machinability rating
70 / 100
B1112 = 100
Coolant
Flood
Tooling

Carbide or HSS; sharp positive rake

Notes

Lead inclusions break chips well. Anti-galling against steel.

Stock & cost

Forms and Q1 2026 pricing.

Available forms
Continuous-cast barSand castingPlate
Stock cost
$8.00–$15.00/lb
Mid-quantity bar/plate, Q1 2026 USD
Common finishes
  • No coating typical (self-lubricating)
  • Oil-impregnated (porous bronze)

Typical applications

Where C932 Bronze is the right pick.

  • Bushings
  • Sleeve bearings
  • Valve guides
  • Marine hardware
  • Gear bearings

Alternative materials

Substitute or upgrade options.

  • C954 aluminum bronze (higher strength)
  • C863 manganese bronze
  • Oilite (sintered porous)

True Precision Machining · Buellton, CA

Machine your part in C932 Bronze.

5-axis CNC · ISO 9001 · AS9100 · ITAR · CMMC-compliant · DFARS-compliant supply chain. AS9102 FAI on aerospace.

Phone: 805-964-4545
Email: info@trueprecisionmachining.com
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Datasheet generated 2026 · Mechanical values are typical room-T averages from MMPDS / ASM. Verify against MTRs for design-critical applications.

Technically reviewed by the True Precision Machining engineering team · Last reviewed June 2026

Standards referenced: ASTM B584, SAE J461, MIL-B-5687