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0.968" Brass Stock Sheet | 45" x 44" | Industrial Packaging

Expert Overview

This premium brass stock sheet provides exceptional durability and corrosion resistance, ideal for robust protective packaging solutions in harsh industrial environments.

StandardASME B18
MaterialBrass
FinishGalvanized
GradeN/A
Thickness0.968"
Length45"
Width44"

Detailed Engineering Specifications

Engineered for reliability and performance, this brass stock sheet features a substantial 0.968" thickness, ensuring exceptional structural integrity. Its generous 45" length and 44" width offer versatility for custom fabrication of protective enclosures, reinforced shipping crates, and specialized packaging components. The inherent properties of brass, including its excellent corrosion resistance to a wide range of chemicals and its non-sparking nature, make it an optimal material choice for safeguarding sensitive or valuable goods during transit and storage.

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Verified Global OEM Partners

This component strictly adheres to the tolerances, material specifications, and quality benchmarks set by the world's leading industrial manufacturers.

3MEst. 1902
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McMaster-CarrEst. 1901
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Certified:ISO 9001 Compliant

Certifications & Compliance

RoHS Compliant:Yes
REACH Compliant:Yes
Material Traceability:Available on Request
DFARS Compliant:N/A

Installation Procedure

1. Measure and cut brass sheet to required dimensions using appropriate industrial cutting tools. 2. Prepare surfaces for joining (e.g., cleaning, deburring) as per fabrication design. 3. Securely fasten or join fabricated brass components using welding, riveting, or mechanical fasteners suitable for brass.

Equivalent Standards (Cross-Reference)

Standard SystemDesignation
ISO EquivalentISO 9001:2015 Mfg
DIN EquivalentIndustry Standard
Primary StandardASME B18

Mechanical Properties

Tensile StrengthStandard Commercial Spec
Yield StrengthStandard Commercial Spec
HardnessVaries by specific batch

Chemical Composition

Copper (Cu)60.0 - 63.0%
Zinc (Zn)Balance
Lead (Pb)2.5 - 3.7%

Temperature & Environment Rating

Min Operating Temp
-20°F (-29°C)
Max Continuous Temp
400°F (204°C)
Thermal Expansion
Typical for Material Class

Weight Reference Table

Size / TypeEst. Weight (lbs/100)Shipping Weight (kg)
StandardVaries by dimensionContact Sales

Corrosion Resistance Guide

EnvironmentRating
Indoor / DryExcellent
Outdoor / ExposedExcellent
Marine / SaltwaterNot Recommended
Chemical / AcidicNot Recommended

Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

❌ Mistake✅ Correct Approach
Using standard steel cutting tools on brass without proper lubrication, leading to tool wear and poor cut quality.Employ carbide-tipped or high-speed steel cutting tools specifically designed for non-ferrous metals like brass, ensuring adequate coolant or lubricant is used.
Improper handling of large brass sheets, resulting in bending or damage to the edges.Utilize appropriate lifting equipment and support structures when moving and positioning large brass sheets to maintain their flatness and integrity.

Common Applications

  • Custom protective shipping enclosures
  • Reinforced industrial crates
  • Specialized shock-absorbing packaging components

⚠️ Engineering Warnings

  • Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection, when working with brass sheet.
  • Ensure proper ventilation when cutting, grinding, or welding brass to avoid inhalation of fumes.

Alternative Products to Consider

Premium Shipping & Packaging equivalentHigher corrosion resistance (316 SS)
Economy Shipping & Packaging optionLower cost for non-critical indoor applications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the Brass Stock Sheet made from?

A: This Brass Stock Sheet is manufactured from Brass.

Q: What are the main applications?

A: Custom protective shipping enclosures, Reinforced industrial crates, Specialized shock-absorbing packaging components.

Technical Schematic

ISOMETRIC CAD ENVELOPEStandard Bounding Box representationH: HL: 45"W: 44"GENERAL COMPONENTBrass Stock Sheet

Torque Specifications

⚡ UNIT CONVERTER

Conversion factor: 1 ft-lb ≈ 1.356 Nm

Verified Compatibility

StatusMating ComponentStandardTorque SpecEngineering Notes
No verified compatibility data found for this component.