Free cutting brass
Brass is valued for its versatility and mechanical characteristics. Indeed, brass is used in many fields such as plumbing, electrical appliances, locksmithing, the hydraulic sector, lighting…
Brass is also widely used in wear parts for automotive applications or for hydraulic pumps…
At INODEC, we machine more than 35 tons of copper alloys and brass.
Mechanical properties of brass turned parts
- Non-magnetic
- Wear resistance
- Good thermal conductivity
- Resistant to corrosion
- Aesthetic appearance suitable for decorative use
- Recyclable
Tons of brass yeaderly machined at INODEC
Some brass grades machined in our workshops
- CW614N (CuZn39Pb3)
- CW617N (CuZn40Pb2)
- CW602N (CuZn37)
- CW613N (CuZn36Pb2)
- CW510L (CuZn28)
Widely used for its mechanical properties, corrosion resistance and aesthetic appearance.
Preparation of the raw brass material
Brass is supplied in the form of bars, tubes or wires. The raw material is loaded into the turning machine and fixed in a chuck or clamping system.
Application sectors of brass parts
- Electrical and electronic connectors: connectors, pins and electrical terminals
- Plumbing components: parts for faucets, valves and fittings
- Musical instruments: parts for trumpets, saxophones and brass instruments
- Decorative parts: buttons, ornaments and jewellery parts
- Machine and tool components: machine and tool parts such as gears, bearings and bushings
- Sport accessories: such as gear parts for volleyball or badminton nets for example
- Parts for industrial supply: such as fittings or pistons
Quality control, finishing operations and additionnal treatments for brass
Throughout the process, quality controls are carried out to ensure that dimensions, tolerances and specifications meet the requirements.
After machining operations, finishing operations can be performed to improve the surface quality or appearance of the brass part.
This can include :
- polishing,
- milling or
- other techniques to achieve the desired finish.
Brass can undergo various surface treatments such as :
- chemical nickel,
- electrolytic nickel,
- chrome plating with or without polishing.
