Sae863 iron copper

AMPCO® 863 is a continuous-cast manganese bronze alloy known for its remarkable properties. With a composition of 62% copper, 6% aluminum, 3% manganese, 3% iron, and 26% zinc, this alloy provides exceptional strength and superior corrosion resistance. It excels in heavy-duty construction markets and various industrial applications, including bearings, worm gears, cams, connecting rods, and leadscrew nuts. Specifically, this aluminum bronze has a unique microstructure distribution called the AMPCO phase that sets it apart from commercial bronze alternatives and contributes significantly to its consistent superiority and lasting performance.

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For over a century, AMPCO METAL has pioneered and produced the best metal solutions for the world’s products, applications and industries.

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McGill have been heavily involved in the supply of quality rod ends to the motorsport industry for over 15 years and continue to build relationships with new customers both in the UK and worldwide.

McGill Rod Ends are available in various performance grades for use on race suspension. Rod Ends are known in the UK as Rose Joints* and in the USA and Australia as Heim Joints. 'Rose Joint' is a registered trademark of Rose Bearings Ltd and is used sometimes as a generic term for Rod Ends.

Faulkner Suspension Springs and Plain Spherical Bearings are also a commonly used suspension component as part of custom made suspension in competition cars motorsport suspension set up's.

AMPCO® 863 is used in a wide variety of industries, making it a reliable choice for demanding environments. This high-strength continuously cast manganese bronze alloy is ideal for the heavy-duty construction markets, where its exceptional strength and corrosion resistance shine. It excels in applications such as segmented bushings and plain bearings, providing reliable performance and extended service life. Beyond construction, the alloy has also proven itself in industrial applications, including use in bearings, worm gears, cams, connecting rods, threaded nuts, and more. Its adaptability and durability make it a preferred material for a wide range of critical applications.

We have a full range of Metric and Imperial sized rod ends which are used across all areas of motorsport including Rally, Drifting, Circuit Racing, Single Seater Racing, Oval Racing, Autograss, Stock Car Racing, Auto Cross, Karting, Off road, Dirt Racing, Speedway as well as road use applications such as replacing drop links or used for suspension in oval racing cars, kit cars and performance cars. We also do rod ends suitable for industrial applications and supply a number of companies in this field.