Phosphor Bronze Foil Supplier UK
At The Foil Specialists, we supply high-quality phosphor bronze foil, strip, coil and precision-manufactured components for a wide range of electrical, engineering and industrial applications.
Phosphor bronze is a copper alloy containing tin and phosphorus, valued for its strength, elasticity, wear resistance and corrosion resistance. Its excellent spring properties make it particularly suitable for applications requiring flexibility, durability and reliable performance, including electrical contacts, connectors and precision springs.
We supply phosphor bronze in a range of thicknesses and widths, with different tempers available to suit your requirements. Whether you need thin phosphor bronze foil, precision-slit strip, sheet material or custom-cut components, our team can help find the right solution for your application.
Phosphor Bronze Specifications
We supply phosphor bronze foil, strip and blanks in a range of specifications to meet different manufacturing and application requirements.
Thickness:
0.10mm - 1mm for Phosphor Bronze Foil, strip and blanks.
Other thicknesses available on request.
Width:
Standard width: 305 mm.
Larger widths available on request.
Precision slit widths down to 3 mm or less, depending on application.
Additional thicknesses and specifications may be available depending on requirements. Please contact our team to discuss your application.
Temper:
Normally hard
Other tempers are available on request.
0.025mm, 0.038mm (38 Micron), 0.05mm (50 Micron), 0.1mm, 0.125mm, 0.127mm, 0.14mm, 0.15mm, 0.2mm, 0.25mm, 0.3mm, 0.35mm, 0.4mm, 0.5mm, 0.6mm, 0.65mm, 0.7mm, 0.8mm, 0.9mm, 1mm.
Phosphor Bronze Products that we Supply:
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Phosphor Bronze Foil in Coil and Strip
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Phosphor Bronze Cut Blanks
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Phosphor Bronze Metal Sheet
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Phosphor Bronze Custom Cut Shapes
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Phosphor Bronze Components
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Phosphor Bronze Formed Components
Applications of Phosphor Bronze
Phosphor bronze is widely used across electrical, engineering and industrial sectors due to its combination of strength, elasticity, wear resistance and corrosion resistance.
Common applications include:
Electrical contacts and connectors: Used in electrical components where reliable conductivity, strength and durability are required.
Precision springs: Its excellent elasticity and spring properties make it suitable for spring contacts, clips and other flexible components.
Shims and gaskets: Used in precision engineering and manufacturing where specific material thicknesses and dimensions are required.
Sliding and wear-resistant parts: Suitable for components exposed to friction and repeated movement.
EMI/RFI shielding: Used in selected electronic shielding applications.
Automotive and aerospace: Suitable for specialist electrical and mechanical components.
Musical instruments and precision instruments: Used in applications requiring flexibility, resilience and consistent mechanical performance.
Industrial and marine applications: Its corrosion resistance and durability make it useful in selected demanding environments.
The suitability of phosphor bronze will depend on the grade, temper, thickness and operating conditions required for your application.
Why Choose Phosphor Bronze?
Phosphor bronze offers a combination of mechanical and physical properties that make it a popular choice for demanding engineering and manufacturing applications.
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Offers good mechanical strength and resistance to wear.
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Its elasticity makes it suitable for springs, clips and flexible electrical contacts.
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Performs well in applications involving repeated flexing and movement, depending on grade and temper.
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Provides good resistance to corrosion in a range of environments.
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Retains useful electrical conductivity, making it suitable for many electrical and electronic components.
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Can be supplied in different thicknesses, widths and tempers to meet specific application requirements.
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Phosphor Bronze is a strong and resilient metal. This makes it great for products that need to be resistant to fatigue, wear or corrosion like industrial components.
It is an alloy of copper containing both tin and phosphorous. The tin makes it easier when casting because the metal has more fluidity when molten. Also because it is an alloy of copper it has relatively good electrical conductivity. An example is the fuse clips inside a domestic plug.
Phosphor Bronze has good elasticity and is commonly used for springs. It is also a good material for processes like pressing, punching and bending as it is known for its high performance and longevity.Metal Properties →
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Phosphor bronze foil is a thin sheet of an alloy made from copper, tin, and phosphorus, offering high strength, corrosion resistance, and excellent conductivity. It is widely used in electrical, industrial, and precision engineering applications, making it a versatile choice for demanding environments.
Frequently Asked Questions About Phosphor Bronze Foil
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Our listed range covers thicknesses from 0.10mm to 1mm for phosphor bronze foil, strip and blanks. Other thicknesses may be available on request.
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Our phosphor bronze is normally supplied in hard temper. Other tempers may be available on request, depending on your requirements.
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Yes. We offer precision slitting and can process phosphor bronze strip to specific widths, including down to 3mm or less depending on the material and application.
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Common applications include electrical contacts, connectors, precision springs, shims, gaskets, sliding parts and specialist industrial components.
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Yes. We supply custom-cut shapes, blanks, components and formed parts to customer specifications. We can discuss requirements for both prototype and production work.
Phosphor Bronze Processing Services
Alongside supplying phosphor bronze foil and strip, The Foil Specialists offer a range of in-house metal processing services to provide material in the format you need.
Our capabilities include:
We can support projects from initial prototypes and development work through to production quantities. Our team can discuss your material and processing requirements to help identify the most suitable solution.
Request a Phosphor Bronze Quote
Whether you require phosphor bronze foil, precision-slit strip, coil, sheet, cut blanks or bespoke components, The Foil Specialists can help.
With over 50 years of technical experience and a range of in-house processing capabilities, we work closely with customers to provide material and manufacturing solutions tailored to their requirements.
Contact our team today to discuss your phosphor bronze requirements or request a quotation. Please include your preferred thickness, width, grade, temper, quantity and application where possible, so we can help identify the right solution for your project.
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