Brass for High-Precision Security Hardware

Brass is a popular material in the security industry. It offers a good mix of strength, easy machining, and resistance to corrosion.

Cold-worked brass, with its enhanced mechanical properties and improved dimensional stability, is especially well-suited for precision parts. From lock cylinders and deadbolts to cam locks and latch parts, it provides a clean finish and reliable performance. This makes it great for both commercial and home security needs.

Our cold-worked brass has better mechanical properties, tight tolerances, and a great surface quality. This makes it ideal for precision machining and finishing. Whether you manufacture complex lock mechanisms or scalable volume components, we engineer our brass products to perform.

Advantages

Advantages

  • Corrosion Resistance: Performs well in indoor and outdoor environments without degradation.
  • Excellent Machinability: Reduces tooling wear and improves cycle times in CNC and screw machines.
  • Tight Dimensional Control: Critical for components like lock barrels and cores that require close tolerances.
  • Non-Magnetic Properties: Make this material ideal for keyways and lock parts where you must avoid magnetic interference.
  • Aesthetic Appeal: Natural golden color with a smooth finish — easy to polish, plate, or coat.
Specifications

Specifications

Alloys Commonly Used: C36000 (Free-Cutting Brass), C35000 (Low-Leaded Brass)
Form Factors Available: Rods, bars, and near-net shapes (cut-to-length options from 4 to 12 feet available)
Sizes: Custom diameters and lengths based on application needs
Tolerances: Down to ±0.001" on cold-drawn material