RS PRO Metal Rod 25.4 mm Diameter Leaded Gunmetal (Cast Lead Bronze) 330.2 mm Length 241 MPa Tensile Strength 65 HB 181-9473

RS PRO model 181-9473 is a metal rod with a 25.4 mm diameter and length of 330.2 mm made from leaded gunmetal, also known as cast lead bronze. This metal rod provides excellent bearing properties and is well-suited for industrial applications such as bearings, bushings, gears, piston rings, and pumps.

The rod conforms to the SAE 660 standard (also an alternative to BS 1400 LB4), ensuring quality and reliability in mechanical and fluid power environments. This material offers a tensile strength of 241 MPa, hardness of 65 HB, thermal conductivity of 58.1 W/mK, and a density of 8.91 g/cm³, providing balanced mechanical strength and thermal performance.

The lead content helps to reduce friction and operating temperature, decreasing the risk of seizure especially under conditions of inadequate lubrication. This makes it an ideal choice for components that require good wear resistance and the ability to conform to minor shaft misalignments.

This rod is supplied in a length of 330.2 mm, offering a convenient size for engineering, manufacturing, and maintenance tasks in industrial settings such as machinery manufacturing, automotive components, and fluid power systems.

This product is widely used across industrial, mechanical, and manufacturing sectors requiring reliable metal rods with superior bearing characteristics. It is well-suited for commercial and laboratory use where precise dimensional and mechanical properties are needed.

Offering good machinability, it helps reduce production costs while ensuring high-performance parts.

Environmentally, the cast lead bronze composition balances performance and durability suitable for medium load bearing applications. This rod is an excellent choice for various industrial hardware needs.

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