Bronze and brass are both copper alloys, but they solve different problems. One excels at reducing friction, while the other is ideal for applications requiring high levels of conductivity. They also differ in corrosion resistance, wear, machining time, and cost. Understanding how each metal performs under various service conditions can help you meet performance targets…
No matter what type of jewelry you produce, you need materials that look good and stand the test of time. CDA 873, better known as Silicon Bronze Everdur, combines copper and silicon with other substances, creating a durable alloy that resists corrosion better than pure metals. Here’s why you should consider incorporating this material into…
Given the sheer number of applications metal has, it’s no surprise that different processes require specific forms of metal. Sheets, bars, billets, cubes, ingots and shot are all unique ways to form a metal, with ingots and shot being among the most popular. There are several reasons why having different shaped metal makes such an impact….
How Silicon Is Typically Used in Metals In the landscape of today’s high-tech world, you’ve likely heard about silicon and its use in microchips for everything from cars to personal computers. Silicon’s primary feature, the one that makes it popular for use in electronics, is its semi-conductivity. This trait makes it more or less conductive,…