CS Unitec’s Non-sparking tools and Non-magnetic hand tools are manufactured from special Aluminum-Bronze (AlBr) or Copper-Beryllium (CuBe) alloys for safe use in Ex zones and where hazardous, flammable or combustible vapors, liquids, dusts or residues may be present.
How to Choose the Correct Alloy for your Application
Aluminum-Bronze (AlBr) Alloy
Copper-Beryllium (CuBe2) Alloy
Zone Compatibility
Fulfill demand in ATEX Directive 94/9/EC for work in Zones 1, 2, 21 and 22
Fulfill demand in ATEX Directive 94/9/EC for work in Zones 0, 1, 2, 20, 21 and 22
Hardness
27 HRC
38 HRC
Durability
Not as durable as CuBe.
Very durable due to high hardness and tensile strength.
Magnetic Properties
Low magnetism due to minimal ferrous components. Appropriate for non-critical non-magnetic applications.
Non-ferrous components; safer for applications demanding non-magnetic properties.
Composition
Al: 10.3%
Fe: 4.5%
Ni: 4.5%
Other: 0.5%
Cu: Balance
Be: 1.9%
Co + Ni: 0.4%
Other: 0.5%
Cu: Balance
Delivery Reach
We deliver throughout North America. From the moment an order is received, our total focus is to ensure deliveries are shipped out as soon as possible and meet the exact specifications requested.
Need Assistance
Not sure how to operate your equipment? Don’t know which model is best for your project? If you have any technical questions, please feel free to call us at 1 (800) 461-1847.
