Rudra Corporation
Brass Rods
Brass Rods
Description
At Rudra Corporation, we offer a premium range of Brass Rods manufactured with precision using high-grade raw materials and cutting-edge production technology. Known for their exceptional machinability, corrosion resistance, and durability, our brass rods are widely used in industries such as automotive, electrical, plumbing, hardware, construction, and precision engineering.
Product Range
- Round Rods: 1 mm to 200 mm diameter
- Custom sizes and profiles available on request.
Material Composition we offer
Round brass rods are typically made from copper-zinc alloys, and may include small quantities of other elements depending on the grade.
Standard Compositions:
Grade
Copper (Cu)
Zinc (Zn)
Lead (Pb)
Remarks
C36000 / CW614N
~60%
~36%
~3%
Free-machining brass
C28000 / Muntz Metal
~60%
~40%
-
Stronger, corrosion-resistant
C23000 (Red Brass)
~85%
~15%
-
High corrosion resistance
CZ121 / CW614N
~57-59%
~39-41%
~2-3%
High-speed machining
Dimensions & Tolerances
- Diameter Range:
- Standard: 1.5 mm to 200 mm
- Custom: Available upon request
- Length:
- Standard: 3 meters / 10 feet
- Custom Cut: As per requirement
- Tolerances (Typical as per ISO / ASTM):
- H9 to H13 tolerance classes
- Machined rods can achieve higher precision
Mechanical Properties
Property
Range / Typical Value
Notes
Tensile Strength
300–550 MPa
Varies by temper and grade
Yield Strength
100–250 MPa
Elongation
10–35%
Higher in annealed condition
Hardness
60–150 HB (Brinell)
Higher in hardened/tempered condition
Density
~8.4–8.7 g/cm³
Melting Point
~900–940°C
Physical Properties
Property
Value
Electrical Conductivity
~28% IACS
Thermal Conductivity
110–130 W/m·K
Magnetic Properties
Non-magnetic
Corrosion Resistance
Excellent in most environments
Manufacturing Process
- Casting – Alloy melted and cast into billets
- Hot Rolling / Extrusion – Shaping into round rods
- Cold Drawing (optional) – To refine dimensions and strength
- Straightening & Cutting – To standard lengths
- Surface Finishing – Polished, pickled, or bright finish
- Inspection & Testing – Mechanical, dimensional, and visual tests
Key Features & Benefits
- Excellent Machinability (esp. C36000, C38500)
- Suitable for CNC, turning, milling & drilling
- Corrosion Resistant in water, air, mild chemicals
- High Strength & Durability
- Non-Magnetic – Ideal for precision instruments
- Aesthetic Gold-like Finish
- Good Cold Workability & Solderability
Applications
Industry
Applications
Electrical
Connectors, Terminals, Switchgear
Plumbing & Sanitary
Fittings, Taps, Couplings
Automotive
Bushings, Shafts, Precision Parts
Engineering
Gears, Fasteners, Bearings
Decorative
Rods for architecture, ornaments
Marine
Corrosion-resistant parts
Packaging
- Standard Bundles: 100–500 kg with plastic wrapping
- Export Packing: Wooden boxes / pallets, shrink-wrapped with metal strapping
- Labeling: Grade, Size, Heat No., Manufacturer Info, Batch No.
Quality Assurance & Testing
- Chemical Analysis (Spectrometer)
- Dimensional Inspection (Caliper, Micrometer)
- Tensile & Hardness Tests
- Surface Finish & Defect Check
- Ultrasonic or Eddy Current Testing (optional)
Product Highlights
- Excellent Machinability – Perfect for CNC and conventional machining
- High Tensile Strength – Suitable for both structural and decorative use
- Corrosion Resistant – Ideal for plumbing, marine, and outdoor applications
- Uniform Grain Structure – Ensures high-quality surface finish
- Versatile Applications – Can be forged, machined, extruded, or drawn
Material Grades We Offer
- IS 319 Free Cutting Brass (Type 1 / Type 2 / Type 3)
- BS 2874 CZ121 / CZ122 / CZ114 / CZ108
- High Tensile Brass Rods (HT1 / HT2)
- Lead-Free Brass (RoHS Compliant)
- Custom compositions as per customer requirements
Trust Rudra Corporation for consistent quality, reliable supply, and precision brass rod solutions worldwide.