C95200 – AB1 Aluminum Bronze Casting (CDA 952 Bronze casting at Foundry)

Rate: US$ 17.90/Kg

Brand: Cable Glands india | Rate: US$ 17.90/Kg

C95200 aluminum bronze casting is a aluminum iron bronze product for clamps, bearing liners, pump parts and corrosion-resistant mechanical hardware. Cable Glands india manufactures metal parts at our Casting Foundry in Jamnagar, Gujarat, India, serving electrical OEMs, EPC contractors, power utilities and distributors. This grade page covers composition, process selection, international grade comparisons, inspection and drawing-based supply. Enquiries can specify as-cast, semi-machined or fully machined components for evaluation against the selected standard.

Grade identification: C95200 is CDA 952. AB1 is included as a related purchasing term, not a declaration of exact BS 1400 equivalence. Verify chemistry, casting process and mechanical requirements against both specifications before substitution.

C95200 product overview

Lower-aluminum engineering bronze

C95200 is a copper-aluminum-iron casting alloy with an aluminum range of 8.5–9.5 percent. It occupies a different composition window from C95400 and C95500, so these grades should not be grouped under one interchangeable specification. The material is considered for engineering hardware where corrosion resistance, strength and ductility must be balanced. Foundry control still matters: matching the aluminum range alone does not establish full compliance. The purchase order should state the casting standard, required condition and inspection documents. Where an old drawing only says AB1, the underlying standard needs clarification before any C95200 substitution is accepted.

Clamps and mechanical electrical hardware

C95200 clamp bodies, brackets and supporting hardware can serve electrical equipment applications when the mechanical and environmental requirements are appropriate. A clamp may carry load, conduct current, or perform both functions, and these duties require different verification. Bolt seating, contact area, thread engagement and resistance to installation damage must be considered. The alloy has lower conductivity than pure copper; current rating cannot be inferred from its copper content. An OEM enquiry should identify the conductor material, installation torque and applicable assembly tests. Utility acceptance normally concerns the complete connector or assembly rather than an untested casting in isolation.

Bearing liners and guide components

Bearing liners, guide bushes, sleeves and thrust components made from C95200 require a coordinated bearing design. The material choice must be evaluated against contact pressure, speed, lubrication, shaft hardness and environmental contamination. A cast liner can be supplied with machining allowance when final dimensions depend on the housing arrangement. Split liners need clear identification of matching halves and parting surfaces. For replacement parts, an inspected sample helps establish geometry but does not replace an approved material specification. Dimensional wear on the sample should be distinguished from the original design, particularly at the bore and loaded contact surfaces.

Pump components and compatible process service

C95200 is considered for pump hardware and wetted components in media demonstrated to be compatible with aluminum bronze. Water chemistry, aeration, temperature and contaminants influence the corrosion assessment. A broad label such as acid-resistant bronze is insufficient because different acids and concentrations behave differently. Castings with internal passages require suitable core design and inspection access. For pressure-retaining parts, specify hydrostatic testing separately from material chemistry checks. Machined sealing lands, mounting faces and threaded connections should have measurable acceptance criteria. This allows the foundry and machining team to plan a casting that supports the finished component requirements.

Ductility, geometry and procurement condition

C95200 can be attractive where a relatively ductile aluminum bronze is preferred to a harder alternative, but actual properties depend on the specified product form and condition. Test coupons and finished cast sections may cool differently, which is why the governing standard matters. Do not apply a C95500 heat-treatment schedule simply because both materials belong to the aluminum bronze family. EPC contractors should preserve the approved material description throughout requisitions and vendor documentation. Distributors should maintain lot identity for liners, clamp blanks and machined hardware. Clear traceability helps identify which deliveries meet a particular equipment specification during future maintenance.

Key features

• Grade-specific chemistry and heat identification
• Cast blanks, rough-machined and finish-machined supply enquiries
• Wear components and corrosion-resistant mechanical parts
• Process selection based on geometry, volume and required condition
• Inspection requirements agreed against drawings and purchase specifications
• Export enquiries for India, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and North America

Controlled alloy chemistry

Reliable bronze components begin with verified material identity. Charge materials, returns and alloy additions should be segregated to prevent accidental mixing with leaded bronze, brass or another aluminum bronze grade. Chemical analysis should be linked to the heat number recorded for the delivery. A certificate stating only “bronze” does not provide enough information for controlled OEM purchasing. Include the permitted composition and governing specification in the purchase order. Where restricted substances matter to the end application, request an appropriate declaration or analytical evidence rather than assuming compliance from the alloy family name.

Wear resistance and bearing compatibility

Wear resistance is a system property involving the casting, mating surface and operating environment. Bushes, sleeves, guides and thrust pads need adequate lubrication and correctly defined clearances. Surface finish should suit the intended contact, while edges and lubrication passages should avoid damaging the lubricant film. Specify shaft hardness, alignment requirements and anticipated contamination when these affect the component design. An increase in casting hardness alone does not guarantee longer service life. The inspection plan should cover dimensions and functional contact surfaces as well as any specified hardness range.

Corrosion-resistant engineering surfaces

Aluminum bronze develops a surface film that contributes to corrosion resistance in compatible environments. Performance varies with chemistry, temperature, flow and galvanic contact, so suitability needs evaluation for the actual service medium. For pump and valve components, provide fluid composition and expected operating conditions with the enquiry. Finished surfaces should be protected during storage and transport so that mechanical damage does not compromise assembly. If a coating, passivation procedure or special cleaning treatment is required, identify it expressly. General corrosion resistance should not be presented as universal chemical compatibility.

Machined accuracy and assembly fit

A casting drawing should distinguish as-cast tolerances from final machined tolerances. Bores, bearing journals, flange faces, threaded holes and sealing lands require datums that reflect how the component is assembled. Cast stock must allow for cleanup without unnecessarily increasing machining time or component weight. Thin rings and long sleeves may distort during clamping, so measurement methods should match the agreed inspection condition. Provide surface-roughness requirements only where function justifies them. This approach connects foundry tooling, machining operations and final dimensional acceptance to the same engineering definition.

Traceable supply for industrial projects

Heat identification and drawing revision control help OEMs, contractors and distributors maintain a usable record of each delivery. The required documentation can include chemical analysis, dimensional results and agreed mechanical or non-destructive test reports. Inspection scope should be established before casting because some examinations depend on coupon provision, accessible surfaces or intermediate manufacturing stages. Marking and packaging should preserve identity through subcontract machining and site storage. For repeat orders, reference the approved drawing revision and previous order requirements explicitly. A previous supply does not automatically confirm compliance with a revised project specification.

Technical specifications

Physical values are rounded material references, not guaranteed acceptance limits for every casting. Mechanical requirements vary with product form, section and condition. Use the purchase specification and agreed test report for acceptance; do not apply a generic catalogue value as a pressure rating or allowable design stress.

C95200 chemical composition

Apply the complete governing specification, including residual-element limits and analysis requirements. Report actual heat chemistry on the agreed material documentation. The table summarizes the named constituents; it does not replace the full standard.

Raw material grades and related alloy choices

Use identified ingot and controlled alloy additions appropriate to the specified chemistry. Recovered foundry returns require segregation and verification. These four grades are alternatives for engineering assessment, not interchangeable raw materials in one order.

International equivalents and designation checks

Product types and variants

For C95200, the selected variant should match the specified service rather than a catalogue shape alone. Supply can be discussed for prototype, replacement or repeat-production requirements. Tooling ownership, sample approval and dimensional inspection of first articles should be established before the production batch is released.

Applications in industry

The suitability of C95200 should be confirmed by the equipment designer. For rotating parts, specify balance and concentricity requirements. For sliding components, provide lubrication and mating-surface conditions. For wetted castings, identify fluid chemistry and temperature. These application details help determine whether this grade is appropriate or whether another alloy within the aluminum bronze range deserves comparison.

Manufacturing process and casting methods

Manufacture begins with a drawing and specification review. The foundry assesses section changes, core requirements, feeding paths, machining stock and inspection access. Pattern or die design should then reflect shrinkage and the intended finishing sequence. Material preparation, melting and chemical verification precede controlled pouring. After cooling, the casting is cleaned and examined, with heat treatment performed only where specified and technically appropriate. Machining and final inspection follow the approved route.

Centrifugal casting can support sound cylindrical components, but it does not guarantee porosity-free metal. All methods require appropriate process control and inspection. Gravity die and permanent mold terminology overlaps and should not imply two unrelated metallurgical processes. For C95200 permanent-mold enquiries, agree a suitable specification explicitly; ASTM B806 does not list every aluminum bronze grade. Casting route availability remains subject to geometry, quantity and technical review.

Quality standards and certifications

Material standards define requirements; they are not proof that a supplier holds a management-system or product certificate. Request current certificates and verify their scope when certification is mandatory. ISO 9001, marine class, pressure approvals, RoHS and REACH declarations must not be assumed from this product description. The agreed quality plan can cover chemical analysis, tensile testing, hardness, dimensions, pressure testing and selected NDT. Documented acceptance should correspond to the actual purchase order.

Why choose Cable Glands india

Cable Glands india offers a drawing-based route for aluminum bronze casting enquiries from Jamnagar, India. The practical purchasing advantage is a defined discussion of grade, casting method, machining scope and inspection before production. Buyers can compare requirements for cast blanks and finished parts within the same enquiry. Electrical OEMs, EPC teams, utilities and distributors should submit the same controlled technical information so that quotations can be assessed consistently.

Frequently asked questions

What is C95200 aluminum bronze casting?

C95200, also identified as CDA 952, is a aluminum iron bronze casting grade considered for clamps, bearing liners, pump parts and corrosion-resistant mechanical hardware. Cable Glands india supplies drawing-based enquiries through its aluminum bronze casting range. Select the applicable material standard and delivery condition alongside the grade.

Is C95200 exactly equivalent to an AB grade?

C95200 is CDA 952. AB1 is included as a related purchasing term, not a declaration of exact BS 1400 equivalence. Verify chemistry, casting process and mechanical requirements against both specifications before substitution. A comparison table is a selection aid; substitution requires checking the complete specifications and obtaining design-authority acceptance.

What is the listed price?

The listed rate is US$ 17.90/Kg. The quotation should confirm the applicable weight basis, quantity, tooling, machining, inspection, packing, freight and taxes. Send the component drawing so that the price basis can be matched to the requested scope.

Which casting methods can be considered?

Gravity die casting, shell molding, green sand casting, centrifugal casting and permanent mold casting can be evaluated against geometry and grade. Gravity die casting is a form of permanent mold casting. Feasibility and the governing product standard must be confirmed for each order.

Can you supply fully machined parts?

Enquiries can specify as-cast, rough-machined or finish-machined components. Include the latest drawing, datums, tolerances, surface finish, threads and inspection requirements. Bores, sealing surfaces and assembly fits should be identified clearly before the casting allowance and machining sequence are agreed.

Are these castings suitable for electrical current paths?

Do not infer current capacity from the word bronze. Aluminum bronze is substantially less conductive than pure copper. An electrical OEM must evaluate conductivity, contact resistance, temperature rise and the applicable assembly tests. Mechanical electrical hardware and current-carrying terminals have different acceptance requirements.

What documents should accompany an order?

Request a heat-linked chemical analysis and the agreed inspection report. Mechanical testing, hardness, pressure testing, microstructure examination and NDT should be specified where needed. EN 10204 documentation type and third-party witnessing must be agreed before manufacture rather than assumed for every delivery.

Are the castings automatically certified for marine or pressure service?

No. Alloy identity alone does not confer marine classification, pressure approval or a certified assembly rating. State the design code, service conditions, acceptance criteria and required approvals in the enquiry. Any certification claim should be supported by a current certificate with an applicable scope.

What information is needed for a quotation?

Send the drawing revision, C95200 specification, quantity, estimated part weight, supply condition, service medium and delivery location. Add any mandatory testing, packaging and project documentation requirements. A sample can support dimensional review, but its original chemistry and design tolerances still require confirmation.

International product terminology

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Request a quotation for C95200 castings

Listed rate: US$ 17.90/Kg. Send your drawing, grade specification, quantity, supply condition and inspection requirements to Cable Glands india. State the delivery destination and whether the enquiry covers tooling, machining or testing. Our sales contact is sales@cableglandsindia.com; telephone +91 22 43449300. Use the contact page to discuss the casting and quotation scope.