Minimal Match — 29.1% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
UNS C51000 and UNS C65500 are both bronze grades.
Both fall under the Bronze Alloys category.
UNS C51000 is defined under Unified Numbering System (UNS), originating from United States, while UNS C65500 is defined under Unified Numbering System (UNS), originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, UNS C51000 vs UNS C65500 is a 43.7% match.
As per mechanical properties, the match is 0%.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 29.1%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property
UNS C51000
UNS C65500
Yield Strength
~275-350 MPa (H04 hard)
~145 MPa (O60 soft anneal)
Tensile Strength
~415-485 MPa (H04 hard)
~365 MPa (O60 soft anneal, mill spec min 360 MPa)
Elongation
~15-25% (H04 hard)
~50% (O60 soft anneal)
Note
Phosphor bronze 5% Sn, values for H04 hard temper
Silicon bronze, values for O60 soft annealed condition, cross-checked against mill datasheet minimums
Key Differences
UNS C51000 specifies Sn, P which are not specified for UNS C65500.
UNS C65500 specifies Ni, Mn, Si which are not specified for UNS C51000.
Can UNS C51000 Be Substituted With UNS C65500?
UNS C51000 and UNS C65500 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
What is the difference between UNS C51000 and UNS C65500?
UNS C51000 specifies Sn, P which are not specified for UNS C65500. UNS C65500 specifies Ni, Mn, Si which are not specified for UNS C51000.
Can UNS C51000 be substituted with UNS C65500?
UNS C51000 and UNS C65500 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.