Precision Brass Fabrication for
Electrical, Fitting & Decorative Parts
C260 / C360 / C385 / C464 brass sheet and bar fabrication with laser cutting, punching, bending, machining, polishing and plating support.
- C260 Forming & C360 High-Speed Machining
- Polishing, Nickel Plating & Anti-Tarnish Finish
- Initial Response Target: 24 Working Hours
Built for terminals, brackets, fittings, shielding hardware, architectural trim and precision inserts.
Material Overview
Brass is a copper and zinc alloy that trades some conductivity for better machinability, lower cost, attractive appearance and practical corrosion resistance. It sits between pure copper and bronze in the copper-family selection map.
We fabricate cartridge brass sheet for formed parts, free-cutting brass for machined fittings and architectural brass for visible hardware. For grade selection, see our brass vs bronze vs copper guide.
Typical Properties
- Density
- 8.47-8.50 g/cm3
- Conductivity
- 26-28% IACS
- Young's Modulus
- 100-110 GPa
- Machinability
- C360 baseline 100%
- Color
- Yellow-gold
- Finishes
- Polish / plate / lacquer
Brass Grade Specifications
Brass grade choice depends on whether the part is formed, machined, decorative, marine-facing or lead-restricted.
| Grade | Standard | Composition | Tensile MPa | Yield MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Key Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C26000 | ASTM B36 | Cu 70%, Zn 30% | 300-415 | 110-340 | 40 | HV 80-150 | Cartridge brass, best sheet forming |
| C36000 | ASTM B16 | Cu 61.5%, Zn 35.5%, Pb 3% | 340-470 | 124-310 | 20 | HV 90-170 | Free-cutting brass for CNC fittings |
| C38500 | ASTM B455 | Cu 60%, Zn 38%, Pb 2% | 330-520 | 140-360 | 25 | HV 90-160 | Architectural brass, hot-formable |
| C46400 | ASTM B171 | Cu 60%, Zn 39%, Sn 1% | 380-550 | 170-380 | 30 | HV 100-180 | Naval brass, better dezincification resistance |
| H62 / H65 | GB/T 5231 | Cu 62-65%, Zn balance | 294-490 | 120-360 | 25-45 | HV 75-150 | Common Asian brass sheet grades |
Brass Performance Profile
Brass is selected when manufacturability, appearance and moderate conductivity matter more than maximum IACS.
Brass Processing Capability
Recommended Applications
- Electrical terminals, connector plates and EMI parts
- Machined inserts, fittings, valves and standoffs
- Decorative brackets, handles and architectural trim
- Formed covers, nameplates and precision sheet parts
Design Notes
- Use C260 for deep drawing and sheet forming
- Use C360 for high-volume CNC machining
- Avoid leaded brass when potable-water rules apply
- Use lacquer, nickel or chrome plating to slow tarnish
Need Brass Parts with the Right Grade and Finish?
Send drawings, alloy requirement and finish target. Our engineers will review forming risk, machining sequence and plating compatibility.
Request Brass Quote