Cu0.4Ni0.35Sn0.25 is a ternary copper-nickel-tin alloy combining the corrosion resistance of cupronickel with tin's strengthening and wear-resistance contributions. This composition sits within the copper-nickel-tin family used in marine hardware, electrical contacts, and bearing applications where corrosion resistance, moderate strength, and fatigue durability are balanced requirements. The addition of tin to cupronickel improves hardness and reduces dezincification tendencies compared to binary brasses, making it suitable for seawater service and high-stress sliding applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1679 | eV/atom | — |