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Brass alloy 260, also known as Cartridge Brass, is a high-zinc alpha brass consisting of approximately 70% copper and 30% zinc, with small amounts of other elements. Its unique blend of properties makes it a versatile and widely used alloy in multiple industries. Brass 260 offers excellent cold working capabilities, allowing it to be easily formed, drawn, and stamped into intricate shapes. Its high electrical and thermal conductivity make it valuable for electrical connectors, terminals, and heat exchangers. This alloy's golden-yellow color and attractive appearance contribute to its popularity in decorative applications, such as jewelry and ornamental items. Additionally, brass alloy 260's durability and resistance to corrosion, especially in mildly corrosive environments, add to its appeal in plumbing and automotive applications. Overall, brass alloy 260 remains a highly favored material choice, combining functional and aesthetic qualities for a diverse range of products and components.
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Characteristics
Hot and Cold Working
Capacity for Being Cold Worked: Excellent
Capacity for Being Hot Formed: Fair
Typical Uses
Grillwork, heater cores, thermostats, electrical connectors, radiator tube, locks, finish hardware, kick plates, decorative hardware, door knobs, hinges, snaps, etched articles, coinage, watch parts, costume jewelry, buttons, electrical sockets, lamps, terminal connectors, lamp fixtures, reflectors, screw shells, ammunition cartridge cases, lighters, bathroom fixtures, plumbing accessories, faucet escutcheons, traps, and brass goods.
Product Properties
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E = Excellent
G = Good
F = Fair
NR = Not Recommended
Machinability ratings must be recognized as approximate values. They are a reasonable guide to relative tool life and power required for cutting. Variables of speed, cutting oil, feed, and depth of cut will significantly affect these ratios.
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