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Gunmetal rods are popular in the range of precision-machined components that have to be able to work under pressure, moisture, and constant mechanical stress. These rods are cast in a regulated mix of copper-tin-zinc, which offers dense housing, scour resistance and anticorrosion ability that assist in sustaining extensive operating periods. They are machining-friendly and therefore can be easily turned and shaped to make precise pump elements, valve bodies, bearing sleeves, bushes and marine grade fittings.
The material is also stable with regard to dimensions, even in cases where the material is in contact with water and under vibration-prone systems, which will minimise distortion of the material during service. Maintaining metallurgical quality is a factor that assists in producing consistent machining outcomes in batches. Gun metal rods are reliable to use in heavy-duty engineering work, and fluid-handling assemblies can combine processability, durability, and in-field performance.
Gunmetal Rods Manufacturers in India form part of the industries where pressure resistance, wear stability, and long service life cannot be compromised. Ganga R Ispat Metals is one of the established manufacturers that is involved in the manufacture of Gunmetal rods using a well-balanced copper, tin and zinc mixture. We make them in a manufacturing method that focuses on the stability of the metals and not the volume quantity, which makes the solidification controlled, the internal structure uniform and the mechanical behaviour reliable. In-house casting and extrusion means that each rod is made to reduce internal stress and porosity and is thus applicable to parts that are used in hydraulic loads, friction and continuous mechanical stress.
Gunmetal Rods in India normally find use in those applications where there can be no failure, such as valves, bearings, bushings, marine fittings and heavy engineering assemblies. Being an established supplier, dealer-sponsored organisation, and an involved participant amongst the Exporters, Ganga R Ispat Metals also offers assurance to the control of composition, inspection discipline, and documentation that meet the standards. Our unified manufacturing and order handling system allows us to deliver a consistent performance in the case of repetitive supplies and also satisfy the domestic and overseas technical expectations.
Indian Suppliers of Reliable and good-quality Gunmetal rods to facilitate the performance of the industry. Ganga R Ispat Metals, being reliable Gunmetal Rod Suppliers in India, assists the OEMs and engineering units that need to be sure about the behaviour of the material and do not need to find out by trial and error. The function of our supplier is to assist customers in selecting the appropriate composition of the Gunmetal depending on pressure conditions, wear exposure, and life span expectancy in service.
We serve to help the customers in keeping operational reliability and minimising risk related to materials and materials by operating as a responsive Gunmetal Rod Supplier in India.
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Material Category |
Product Form |
Manufacturing Capability |
Application Focus |
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Gunmetal Alloys |
Round rods |
Casting and extrusion processes are controlled. |
Valves, pump components |
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Gunmetal Alloys |
Solid bars |
Uniform internal structure |
Bearings, bushings |
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Gunmetal Alloys |
Machining stock |
Precision size control |
Hydraulic fittings |
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Gunmetal Alloys |
Custom sections |
Made-to-order profiles |
OEM engineering assemblies |
We, Ganga R Ispat Metals is organised through a well-planned distribution system, with our dealers in India, being professional Gunmetal Rod Dealers, and are aware of the technical sensitivity of Gunmetal usage. These dealers are significant in directing the customers into appropriate forms and sizes of rods depending on end-use circumstances, and not in line with the generic supply. We are Gunmetal Rod Dealers in India, which assures:
This type of dealer participation in its guidance enhances sourcing trust and customer satisfaction in the long-run.
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Standard System |
Compliance Scope |
Manufacturing Alignment |
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IS Standards |
Mechanical performance and composition. |
Production to IS requirements as dictated by customers. |
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ASTM Standards |
Wear performance criteria and pressure. |
The manufacturing can produce conforming ASTM upon request. |
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Customer Specifications |
Drawing-based tolerances |
Bespoke manufacturing in accordance with accepted technical forms. |
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Export Requirements |
Paperwork and traceability. |
IEC registered exporter having the right documentation. |
Being a progressive Gunmetal Rod Exporters in India, Ganga R Ispat Metals is an exporter of Gunmetal rods to its foreign customers who operate in fluid control, marine, and heavy engineering industries. In order to achieve overseas quality, we focus on our export operations by ensuring that the material is consistent, the inspections are accurate, and the documentation is reliable. As a proactive Gunmetal rod exporter, we are paying attention to the long-term relationship on the globe by providing predictability of quality behaviour, consistent lead times and receptive technical harmony.
Get in touch with Ganga R Ispat Metals in case you need Gunmetal Rod Solutions. Provided that your application requires pressure, wear stability, and reliable metallurgical behaviour, Ganga R Ispat Metals can be utilised to meet the needs of your application. You may work with trusted manufacturers, reliable suppliers, informed dealers, or you may work with skilled Exporters, but our Gunmetal rods are designed to bring about a consistent value. Call to talk about specifications and customised Gunmetal rod solutions for your industry.
| Grade / Designation | Equivalent / Common Trade Name | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Hardness (HB) |
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| G1 / Grade I (BS1400 G1-C) | Gun Metal – Standard Grade | 200 – 250 | 90 – 130 | 10 – 18 | 65 – 85 |
| G2 / Grade II (BS1400 G2-C) | Gun Metal – Pressure Grade | 220 – 270 | 110 – 150 | 8 – 15 | 70 – 90 |
| G3 / Grade III (BS1400 G3-C) | Gun Metal – High Strength | 240 – 300 | 130 – 170 | 6 – 12 | 80 – 100 |
| Grade / Designation | Equivalent / Common Trade Name | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Hardness (HB) |
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| LG1 (BS1400 LG1-C) | Leaded Gun Metal | 180 – 230 | 80 – 120 | 8 – 15 | 60 – 80 |
| LG2 (BS1400 LG2-C) | Bearing Grade Gun Metal | 170 – 220 | 70 – 110 | 6 – 12 | 55 – 75 |
| LG3 (BS1400 LG3-C) | High Machinability Gun Metal | 160 – 210 | 65 – 100 | 5 – 10 | 50 – 70 |
| Grade / Designation | Equivalent / Common Trade Name | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Hardness (HB) |
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| IS 318 – LTB-1 | Leaded Tin Bronze (Gun Metal) | 180 – 230 | 80 – 120 | 8 – 15 | 60 – 80 |
| IS 318 – LTB-2 | High Strength Leaded Tin Bronze | 200 – 260 | 100 – 140 | 6 – 12 | 70 – 90 |
| Thermal Property | Metric Units | Typical Values |
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| Thermal Conductivity (at 20 °C) | W/m·K | 45 – 60 |
| Specific Heat Capacity | J/kg·K | 360 – 390 |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (20–100 °C) | µm/m·K | 17 – 19 |
| Melting Range | °C | 900 – 1000 |
| Solidus Temperature | °C | ~ 880 |
| Liquidus Temperature | °C | ~ 1020 |
| Thermal Diffusivity | mm²/s | 15 – 22 |
| Heat Resistance (Working Temp.) | °C | Up to 250 |
| Physical Property | Metric Units | Typical Values |
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| Density | g/cm³ | 8.7 – 8.9 |
| Density | kg/m³ | 8,700 – 8,900 |
| Melting Range | °C | 900 – 1000 |
| Color / Appearance | — | Reddish Bronze |
| Crystal Structure | — | Face-Centered Cubic (FCC) |
| Porosity | — | Very Low (Continuous Cast) |
| Magnetic Property | — | Non-magnetic |
| Corrosion Resistance | — | Excellent (Water & Steam) |
| Wear Resistance | — | Good |
| Machinability | — | Good to Excellent (Leaded Grades) |
| Standard System | Grade / Designation | Equivalent / Common Trade Name |
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| British Standard (BS) | G1 / Grade I (BS1400 G1-C) | Gun Metal – Standard Grade |
| British Standard (BS) | G2 / Grade II (BS1400 G2-C) | Gun Metal – Pressure Grade |
| British Standard (BS) | G3 / Grade III (BS1400 G3-C) | Gun Metal – High Strength Grade |
| British Standard (BS – Leaded Gun Metal) | LG1 (BS1400 LG1-C) | Leaded Gun Metal |
| British Standard (BS – Leaded Gun Metal) | LG2 (BS1400 LG2-C) | Leaded Gun Metal – Bearing Grade |
| British Standard (BS – Leaded Gun Metal) | LG3 (BS1400 LG3-C) | Leaded Gun Metal – High Machinability |
| Indian Standard (IS) | IS 318 – LTB-1 | Leaded Tin Bronze (Gun Metal Equivalent) |
| Indian Standard (IS) | IS 318 – LTB-2 | Leaded Tin Bronze – High Strength |
| Parameter | Metric Size Range | Notes |
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| Rod Diameter | 10 mm – 300 mm | Standard production range |
| Length (Standard) | 1 m – 3 m | As per casting & cutting |
| Length (Fixed Cut) | Up to 6 m | On customer request |
| Tolerance (Diameter) | ±0.5 mm to ±2.0 mm | Depends on dia & process |
| Straightness | ≤ 1/1000 of length | Typical |
| Surface Condition | As-cast / Rough turned | As specified |
| Diameter (mm) | Weight (kg/m) |
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| 10 | 0.69 |
| 15 | 1.55 |
| 20 | 2.76 |
| 25 | 4.32 |
| 30 | 6.22 |
| 40 | 11.05 |
| 50 | 17.28 |
| 60 | 24.88 |
| 75 | 38.85 |
| 100 | 69.12 |
| 125 | 108 |
| 150 | 155.52 |
| 175 | 211.68 |
| 200 | 276.48 |
| 250 | 432 |
| 300 | 622.08 |
| Grade / Designation | Equivalent Name | Cu % | Sn % | Zn % | Pb % | Others % |
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| G1 / Grade I (BS1400 G1-C) | Gun Metal – Standard | 85 – 88 | 5 – 7 | 5 – 7 | ≤ 0.2 | Fe ≤ 0.2 |
| G2 / Grade II (BS1400 G2-C) | Gun Metal – Pressure Grade | 86 – 89 | 6 – 8 | 3 – 5 | ≤ 0.2 | Fe ≤ 0.2 |
| G3 / Grade III (BS1400 G3-C) | Gun Metal – High Strength | 88 – 90 | 8 – 10 | 1 – 3 | ≤ 0.2 | Fe ≤ 0.2 |
| Grade / Designation | Equivalent Name | Cu % | Sn % | Zn % | Pb % | Others % |
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| LG1 (BS1400 LG1-C) | Leaded Gun Metal | 85 – 88 | 4 – 6 | 2 – 4 | 4 – 6 | Fe ≤ 0.2 |
| LG2 (BS1400 LG2-C) | Bearing Grade Gun Metal | 83 – 86 | 4 – 6 | 2 – 4 | 6 – 8 | Fe ≤ 0.2 |
| LG3 (BS1400 LG3-C) | High Machinability Gun Metal | 80 – 84 | 3 – 5 | 2 – 4 | 8 – 10 | Fe ≤ 0.2 |
| Grade / Designation | Equivalent Name | Cu % | Sn % | Zn % | Pb % | Others % |
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| IS 318 – LTB-1 | Leaded Tin Bronze (Gun Metal) | 85 – 88 | 4 – 6 | 2 – 4 | 4 – 6 | Fe ≤ 0.2 |
| IS 318 – LTB-2 | High Strength Leaded Tin Bronze | 83 – 86 | 5 – 7 | 2 – 4 | 6 – 8 | Fe ≤ 0.2 |
| Stage | Process / Technique | Description |
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| Raw Material Selection | Copper, Tin, Zinc, Lead Selection | High-purity metals selected as per BS 1400 / IS 318 grade requirements |
| Charging | Furnace Charging | Weighed raw materials charged into furnace in controlled sequence |
| Melting | Induction / Crucible Furnace | Melting at approx. 1100 – 1200 °C with temperature control |
| Fluxing | Flux & Degassing | Removal of impurities, slag separation, hydrogen control |
| Chemical Control | Spectrometer Analysis | Composition checked & corrected before casting |
| Casting Method | Continuous Casting | Produces dense, low-porosity rods (preferred method) |
| Casting Method | Centrifugal Casting | Used for thick rods & hollow sections |
| Casting Method | Sand Casting | Used for large sizes & low-volume production |
| Casting Method | Gravity Die Casting | Permanent mould for uniform structure |
| Solidification | Controlled Cooling | Prevents shrinkage, cracks & internal stresses |
| Scalping | Surface Removal | Removal of oxide layer & surface defects |
| Rough Turning | Machining Allowance Removal | Improves roundness & surface finish |
| Straightening | Mechanical Straightening | Ensures straight rods within tolerance |
| Heat Treatment | Stress Relieving / Annealing | Improves machinability & dimensional stability (if required) |
| Cutting | Length Cutting | Cut to standard or customer-specified length |
| Finishing | End Facing & Deburring | Clean ends for handling & machining |
| Inspection | Visual & Dimensional Check | Diameter, length, surface quality verified |
| Testing | Chemical & Mechanical Tests | As per customer or standard requirement |
| Packing | Protective Packing | Oiled, wrapped & bundled for safe transport |
| Finish Technique | Process Description | Surface Finish (Typical) | Purpose / Benefit | Applicable Grades |
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| As-Cast Finish | Directly after casting | Rough | Economical, raw supply | All Grades |
| Rough Turned | Light machining on OD | Semi-smooth | Removes casting skin | All Grades |
| Machined Finish | Precision turning | Smooth | Ready for machining use | All Grades |
| Centerless Grinding | Grinding for accuracy | Very smooth | Tight diameter tolerance | G1, G2, G3 |
| Polished Finish | Mechanical polishing | Mirror-like | Aesthetic & low friction | LG Grades |
| Shot Blasting | Abrasive media blasting | Uniform matte | Cleans surface oxides | All Grades |
| Pickled Finish | Chemical cleaning | Clean metallic | Removes scale & oxidation | Limited use |
| Oiled / Rust Protected | Anti-corrosion coating | — | Prevents oxidation in storage | All Grades |
| Application Area | Products Made from Gun Metal Rods | Reason for Use |
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| Marine Industry | Propeller shafts, marine fittings | Excellent corrosion resistance in seawater |
| Pump & Valve Manufacturing | Valve bodies, pump components, bushes | Good wear resistance and strength |
| Bearings & Bushes | Bearing sleeves, bushings | Low friction, high load-carrying capacity |
| Gear Manufacturing | Worm gears, gear blanks | Good machinability and durability |
| Heavy Machinery | Machine parts, sliding components | Shock resistance and toughness |
| Hydraulic Systems | Hydraulic fittings and components | Pressure resistance and long service life |
| Steam & Boiler Fittings | Steam valves, pipe fittings | Withstands high temperature and pressure |
Packaging is a major part of every delivery, and we understand it very well. We supply many types of metals and other industrial metal products to make sure they reach our customers safely. We know products face many types of problems, such as vibration, moisture and rough handling therefore we follow a careful and organised packaging process. Our goal is simple: we deliver every product in the same strong and perfect condition as when it leaves our facility.
We check every order before packing it. The size, straightness, surface quality, grade, and quantity of each rod and bar are checked. We ensure that the material is correct as per the customer request. Once inspected, we sort the products by their size and grade of material. This will ensure that we maintain the order in everything and prevent errors in dispatch. Bundling and loading are also simpler and quicker.
After these steps, make sure to arrange the products in proper alignment so that they are straight and balanced. Then they are strapped down with industrial grade strapping. These straps keep the bundle secure during lifting and transportation. We include additional support to shorten bending or movement in longer rods. We also ensure that the straps do not tear the edges or the surface of the material. This cautious wrapping ensures the merchandise is secure throughout the delivery and transportation.
Sometimes metal can be damaged by moisture and changing weather conditions. We apply protective methods based on the shipment type and destination. We may use anti-rust coatings, moisture-resistant wrapping, or protective covers to prevent them. Our additional cover against humidity and corrosion is given to export shipments and coastal deliveries. These will assist us to retain the shine, surface finish and integrity of our metal products in the long-distance transportation.
In case of large orders and/or shipments to the export market, we offer extra protection. We pack them on heavy pallets or stuff them into tough wooden structures that can be transported all over the world. The packaging is dependent on the size and weight of the shipment. We ensure that the packing is able to withstand packing pressure and movement of containers. This strong outer coating secures the materials throughout their long trips, port services and storage in warehousing.
We have proper lifting equipment such as forklifts and cranes to load materials. Our team places the bundles carefully inside trucks or containers. We place them in such a manner that they do not roll or shift during the transportation. We balance the weight to minimise the weight on any section of the shipment. Our safe loading methods give us the chance to reduce the chances of being damaged in transit, whether it is along the road or the sea.
Ganga R Ispat Metals distributes its products in India and also in overseas markets. We provide transportation with trusted logistics vendors. In the case of domestic deliveries, we organise road transportation. In export orders, we meet the international shipping standards and container loading requirements. Each shipment will be planned based on the delivery schedules to make it arrive on time. Our well organized transport system assists us in delivering products in an efficient and safe way.
We make ready all papers preceding dispatch. These documents can be invoices, packing lists, and required certificates. Proper documentation assists in easy transportation and reduced time in clearance of customs when making export shipments. We have good records to promote transparency and professional service.
A well-structured packaging and transportation process directly impacts product performance upon delivery. Our approach ensures:
We believe that packaging is not just about wrapping materials — it is about protecting the value and reliability of the product until it reaches the client.
In Ganga R Ispat Metals, we suppose that safe packaging and transportation ensure the value of our products. To avoid bending, scratches, and corrosion, we make every effort to avoid transit damage. We consider packaging as our quality responsibility. We have a standard process; however, our packing techniques are changed according to the product size, order quantity, and destination.
We ensure that all the rods and bars are sold to our customers in a powerful, secure and working condition. We offer secure packaging or assured transportation as an additional service.
Yes, Gun Metal Rods offer excellent resistance to water, steam, and marine environments, making them ideal for pump and valve components.
Gun Metal Rods are available in round, square, and hex shapes, typically ranging from 20mm to 300mm diameter, with custom sizes as per drawing.
Common grades include LG2, G1, G2, G3 (BS 1400 standards), suitable for industrial, marine, and valve manufacturing applications.
Gun Metal Rods are widely used in valves, pump components, bushes, bearings, marine fittings, and heavy engineering parts due to their excellent wear resistance and corrosion resistance.
Gun Metal is a copper alloy mainly composed of Copper (85–88%), Tin (6–8%), Zinc (2–6%), and small amounts of Lead, providing strength and good machinability.
Yes, Gun Metal Rods provide good machinability and dimensional stability, making them suitable for precision machining applications.
