AMPCO^® 8

• Exceptional Corrosion Resistance: Offers remarkable resistance to corrosion, making it a reliable choice for applications in corrosive environments.
• High Hardness and Ductility: This aluminum bronze alloy strikes a unique balance between high hardness and ductility, making it suitable for applications where both are essential.
• Extreme Tensile Strength: It has exceptional tensile strength, providing the durability needed for demanding industrial applications.
• Improved Physical Properties: Through a hot working process during extrusion, the alloy achieves a compact grain structure free of inclusions or defects, resulting in superior physical properties not commonly found in other alloys.

Properties and Specifications

AMPCO® 8 has exceptional properties and specifications that make it an outstanding aluminum bronze alloy. This high-strength alloy combines exceptional corrosion resistance with a remarkable balance of hardness and ductility, making it an ideal choice for demanding industrial applications. With high tensile strength, inherent toughness, and ductility not commonly found in a single alpha-phase aluminum bronze, AMPCO® 8 stands out as a superior material. Its grain structure, free of inclusions or defects, further enhances its physical properties. The alloy excels in applications where resistance to corrosion, erosion, abrasion, and cavitation pitting is critical, making it a top choice for industries such as marine and related.

Applications

AMPCO® 8 finds versatile applications in various industries due to its outstanding properties. This high-strength aluminum bronze alloy is the first choice for components and parts where resistance to corrosion, erosion, abrasion, and cavitation pitting is paramount. It is commonly used in industries such as process, marine, and manufacturing. The alloy excels in applications such as pipes, tubes, joints, and connectors, where its exceptional durability and performance ensure uninterrupted operations. Whether it’s protecting against harsh marine environments or enhancing industrial machinery, AMPCO® 8 is a reliable and essential material for a wide range of demanding industrial needs.