ALZEN 305 and ALZEN 305 SE are ZnAlCu-alloys with excellent anti friction properties which have been developed by Voestalpine Linz/Austria during WW2. During WW2, it was difficult to get high purity zinc. 4 j& P% B; C9 P6 c8 T5 n6 P
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Alzen 305
Alzen 305 SE
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Alzen is also known as "White bronze" due to its clear colour and excellent bearing properties superior to bronze. " Q) r5 C# X6 o$ B/ i% C+ i+ K: a- X2 i+ n$ D ?0 O
Alzen 305 can be used to replace phosphor bronze in some bearing applications, particularly for high loads and low speeds. This alloy can also be extruded.