Metalsnon-ferrous
Brass
Copper-zinc alloy. Non-magnetic, corrosion resistant, used for electrical terminals and decorative hardware.
Properties
- Family
- Metals
- Category
- non-ferrous
- Density
- 8.5 g/cm³ · 8500 kg/m³
Applicationswhere brass is normally specified
Electrical terminalsDecorative hardwarePlumbing fittingsInstrumentation
Practical notes
- Low strength, not for structural joints
- Non-sparking