Non-ferrous Metal

• Non-ferrous metal do not contain iron and do not rust and are not magnetic but change colour when oxidised
• Aluminium

  • lightweight, ductile and has a high strength to weight ratio.
  • can be difficult to weld.
• • Copper
  • This metal when oxidised will turn to a green shade.
  • malleable, ductile and a good electrical conductor.
• Tin

  • is soft and malleable.
  • a good electrical conductor.
• Zinc

  • This metal is malleable, ductile and a good conductor of electricity.