Definition

Noun: 1. A type of corrosion-resistant brass alloy: Admiralty metal is a specific alpha-beta brass containing tin, known for its excellent resistance to seawater corrosion. It is often used in marine applications such as shipbuilding, heat exchangers, and condenser tubes.

Usage

Admiralty metal is used as a countable or uncountable noun to refer to the material itself. * The ship's condenser tubes were made from admiralty metal to prevent saltwater corrosion. * Admiralty metal is a preferred material for many naval engineering components.

Advanced Usage

• The term "Admiralty Metal" (often capitalized) is a registered trademark for this specific alloy formulation.
• In technical specifications, it is often abbreviated or referenced by its material standards (e.g., ASTM B111).

Variants and Related Words

• Admiralty brass: A common synonym for admiralty metal, though sometimes used to denote slight variations in the alloy composition.
• Naval brass: A related but distinct alloy; naval brass typically contains more zinc and less tin than admiralty metal and is used for different mechanical properties.

Synonyms

• Tinned brass
• Admiralty brass

Related Terms

• Alpha-beta brass: The technical metallurgical classification for the crystalline structure of this alloy.
• Condenser tube: A primary application for this material.
• Dezincification-resistant: A key property of admiralty metal, meaning it resists the selective leaching of zinc from the alloy, which is a common form of corrosion in brasses.

Noun

1. alpha-beta brass containing tin; resistant to sea water; Admiralty Metal is a trademark