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Mechanical Engineering : Engineering Materials - Quiz(MCQ)
Which of the following type of bearing bronze is the weakest?
A)
Leaded bronze
B)
Sintered bronze
C)
Plain tin bronze
D)
Phosphorus bronze

Correct Answer : Option (A) :   Leaded bronze


Explanation : Leaded bronze is a Copper-base bearing alloy containing 75% Cu, 5% Sn, 18% Pb, and 2% Ni. They are less stronger than other bearing bronzes. However, they can sustain higher loads than white metals, at higher speeds.

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