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Applications.

Overview

APPLICATIONS.

Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc, containing up to 45–50% zinc (common or binary brasses). Additional elements may be added to tailor mechanical properties, workability and weather resistance (special brasses). It is designated CuZn followed by a number indicating the zinc percentage; for special brasses, alloying elements and their percentages are also listed.

Brass is valued across industries for its chemo‑mechanical properties and ease of machining, delivering excellent finishing results. Its conductivity, corrosion resistance and antibacterial properties enable a wide range of applications.

APPLICATIONS.
PLUMBING AND DRINKING WATER
Sectors

PLUMBING AND DRINKING WATER

Extremely smooth surfaces, pressure resistance and dezincification resistance make brass ideal for bathroom fittings. Its antimicrobial properties help maintain high hygiene standards, making it excellent for handles and handrails—both aesthetically pleasing and effective at reducing germ spread.

Industry

AUTOMOTIVE AND MEASUREMENT TECHNOLOGY

Brass is valued for strength, ductility and non‑magnetic behavior. In vehicles, brass tubes serve as hidden structural elements, joints and control components, ensuring lasting robustness and reliability.

AUTOMOTIVE AND MEASUREMENT TECHNOLOGY
HIGH‑END FURNITURE AND LIGHTING
Design

HIGH‑END FURNITURE AND LIGHTING

Brass’s outstanding sheen is ideal for designers. Round and profiled tubes offer a unique blend of malleability and durability: beds, chandeliers, railings and curtain rods benefit from its shine and corrosion resistance for timeless elegance.

Performance

MUSICAL SECTOR AND AMMUNITION

In music, brass is renowned for its acoustic qualities; in ammunition, its low‑spark and lubricating properties make it safe and effective.

MUSICAL SECTOR AND AMMUNITION
SUSTAINABILITY
Responsibility

SUSTAINABILITY

Brass is fully recyclable—an eco‑friendly choice to reduce the environmental impact of production, aligned with modern circular‑economy requirements.

Trafilco

Trafilco manufactures drawn brass tubes for furniture, lighting, components and technical applications. A fully in-house process, rigorous quality checks and refined finishes ensure dimensional repeatability and reliable lead times. We deliver tailor-made products, from small batches to large volumes.

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