1.2 Metals - non ferrous Flashcards
What are non ferrous metals
doesn’t contain iron
What are the 4 non ferrous metals on spec
Aluminium
Zinc
Tin
Copper
What are the properties of aluminium
lightweight
ductile
malleable
corrosion resistant
electrical and thermal conductor
MIG or TIG welded
melts @ 660
What are the properties of zinc
low melting point
good corrosion resistance
metls @ 420
What are the properties of tin
ductile, malleable
low melting point
corrrosion resistant
melts @232
What are the properties of copper
ductile
malleable
tough
thermal and electrical conductor
soldered/brazed
melts @ 1083
What are the uses of aluminium
aircraft bodies
bike frames
saucepans
What are the uses of zinc
galvanising steel
dustbins
buckets
What are the uses of tin
soft solder
food cans
What are the uses of copper
electrical wire
water pipes
central heating pipes
