LG2 Bronze is a leaded gunmetal alloy engineered for components that require excellent machinability and reliable performance under light to moderate loads. This LG2 material combines copper, tin, lead, and zinc to provide good corrosion resistance, moderate strength, and wear resistance, making it ideal for bearings, gears, pump bodies, and valve components. As a leading provider of LG2 Bronze in the GCC, Silver Metals Trading LLC delivers high quality materials for diverse industrial applications.
Its leaded structure enhances machining efficiency while maintaining durability in brine, seawater, and industrial environments. As a trusted LG2 Bronze supplier across the UAE, Oman and Saudi Arabia, we ensure predictable thermal and mechanical performance, helping parts retain shape and function under operational stress and temperature variations.
Key Advantages & Uses of 1.2316 tool steel
- High tensile strength (~270 N/mm²) and proof strength (~100 N/mm²) for moderate load applications
- Excellent machinability due to lead content, ideal for precise components
- Good wear and abrasion resistance under light to medium loads
- Corrosion resistance suitable for brine, seawater, and industrial environments
- Thermal stability with melting point ~1010 °C and moderate thermal expansion (~18 ×10⁻⁶ /K)
