- Strength: It is a weak metal with a tensile strength of less than half that of carbon steel. It is not generally used in bearing applications, although inexpensive mechanical parts can be taken from the mold.
- Hardness: Pure zinc has low hardness and is generally brittle, but zinc alloys are highly resistant compared to other casting alloys.
- Flexibility: Zinc is conductive and flexible at 212 to 302 degrees Fahrenheit. But at high temperatures it becomes brittle. However, this flexibility is greater in zinc alloys than in pure zinc.
- Conductivity: The conductivity of zinc as a metal is moderate. But its strong electrochemical properties work well in galvanizing process and alkaline batteries.