Brass Coated Wire

Brass-coated wire is generally a ferrous wire with a thin copper-alloy surface layer used to alter handling, corrosion or contact characteristics. Direct data: Steel core diameter: 0.10–0.60 mm; Brass coating: about 0.2–1.0 µm; Density: about 7.8–8.0 g/cm³; Brush operating range: -20–250°C; Corrosion resistance: higher than bare carbon steel in dry service.

General wire-wheel and bore cleaning where a steel core is wanted with a brass-colored surface and reduced initial harshness.

Brass Coated Wire changes brush stiffness through filament diameter, free trim, density, crimp, and contact. Use finer filament and longer trim for conformable contact; use coarser filament, shorter trim, or higher density for stronger displacement or cutting.

Compare Brass Coated Wire with Steel wire, stainless wire, nylon. Change material when wet stiffness, temperature, chemical resistance, conductivity, particle shedding, or surface marking becomes the limiting factor.