Brass

Properties and Industrial Applications of Brass

Corrosion Resistance

  • Brass is highly resistant to corrosion, especially in marine and humid environments, making it ideal for applications such as plumbing, valves, and marine fittings.

Malleability

  • Brass is easily shaped and molded, making it suitable for manufacturing complex components through forging, casting, and machining.

Electrical Conductivity

  • With good electrical conductivity, brass is often used in electrical connectors, terminals, and other electronic components.

Industrial Applications of Brass

Plumbing and Sanitary

  • Brass is commonly used in pipes, fittings, and fixtures due to its resistance to corrosion and ease of joining.

Electronics and Electrical Engineering

  • Brass is used in electrical terminals, connectors, and switches because of its good conductivity and durability.

Musical Instruments

  • Its acoustic properties make brass an essential material for instruments like trumpets, trombones, and horns.

Architectural and Decorative Uses

  • Brass is widely used in door handles, locks, and decorative items due to its aesthetic appeal and tarnish resistance.

Brass combines strength, corrosion resistance, and malleability, making it a versatile material across various industries.

Brass

Quality Condition mm RP 0,2 min N/mm2 Rm N/mm2 A5 % HV
SS 5170
SS EN CuZn39Pb3
-04 5 - 10
10 - 25
25 - 60
350 - 550
300 - 490
240 - 430
480 - 600
450 - 560
410 - 520
8 - 20
10 - 25
12 - 30
130 - 175
125 - 170
115 - 155

Round/Square/6-sided Brass

Dim mm SS EN Cu-Of SS EN CuZn39Pb3
Weight Kg/m SS 5170 Weight Kg / m SS 5011
6 0,23 X 0,25 X
8 0,40 X 0,45 X
10 0,63 X 0,71
12 0,90 X 1,02
16 1,61 X 1,81
20 2,51 X 2,83 X
21 2,77 X 3,12
25 3,93 X 4,42 X
30 5,65 X 6,36 X
36 8,14 X 9,16
38 9,07 X 10,20
40 10,05 X 11,30 X
42 11,08 X 12,46
45 12,72 X 14,31
48 14,47 X 16,28
50 15,70 17,66 X
55 19,00 X 21,37
65 26,53 X 29,85
70 30,77 X 34,62
75 11,92 X 39,74
80 13,56 X 45,22
100 21,20 X 70,65
110 25,65 X 85,49
130 35,82 X 119,40
150 47,69 X 158,96
180 68,67 X 228,91

4-sided

Dim mm Weight Kg/m SS 5170 Weight Kg / m SS 5011
12 x 12 1,22 X 1,29
20 x 20 3,4 X 3,57 X
25 x 25 5,31 5,58 X
30 x 30 7,65 8,04 X
40 x 40 13,6 14,3
50 x 50 21,4 22,3
75 x 75 47,8 50,2

6-sided

Dim mm Weight Kg/m SS 5170
6 0,27 X
12 1,06 X
19 2,66 X