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360 Brass is also known as free machining brass, due to it having the highest amount of lead content of any brass alloy. This excellent machinability comes with minimal tool wear. It is commonly used for a variety of parts such as gears, lock components, pipe fittings, and ornamental applications.
260 Brass (also known as cartridge brass), while not as machinable as 360 brass, offers great weldability and is readily formable. It is most commonly used for appliance parts and fasteners.
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360 Brass
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260 Brass
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360 Brass has a shiny yellow finish that varies depending on surface roughness. It can be hand-polished to increase its sheen (think trumpet or saxophone), or media blasted for more of a matte texture.
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