The most formable brass we offer, 260 offers better weldability than 300 series brass but it’s not as machinable. Sometimes called cartridge brass, it's commonly used for ammunition casings, radiator components, and decorative door hardware.

This lightweight material is corrosion resistant, easy to machine, and a good conductor of heat and electricity.

A combination of high strength, hardness, and wear resistance makes tool steel especially well-suited for use as cutting tools.