This invention relates to lead based alloys used for lead acid battery components. The invention relates to lead antimony alloys containing a high tin content. This invention provides a lead alloy containing 2 to 3.5 weight percent antimony, 0.6 top 2.5 weight percent tin, 0.005 to 0.4 weight percent arsenic and 0.010 to 0.04 weight percent selenium. These alloys are suited for battery components, particularly battery straps and for the positive grid in a lead acid battery used by cycling service.