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When your project demands a thin, workable metal that machines cleanly, solders reliably, and holds its shape under load, finding the right gauge in the right width is half the battle. Whether you are a hobbyist building custom enclosures, a maker crafting decorative inlays, or a workshop technician cutting shim stock to spec, this brass sheet foil and strip coil gives you the exact starting material you need without ordering oversized blanks.
Each piece is cut from C260 cartridge brass (approximately 70% copper, 30% zinc), delivering a warm golden finish with good formability and moderate strength. The strip measures 200mm (approx. 7.87 in) wide and 0.5m (approx. 19.7 in) long per standard piece, with thickness options ranging from 0.1mm (approx. 0.004 in) up to 1mm (approx. 0.039 in). A 20m continuous coil option is also available in the 1mm×100mm profile for higher-volume cutting needs.
Typical applications include precision shimming and gap-filling in mechanical assemblies, decorative banding and inlay work on woodworking projects, RF shielding and EMI gasket fabrication for electronics enclosures, and custom bracket or spring-leaf blanks for small-scale engineering prototypes.
| Material | Brass (C260 cartridge brass, approx. 70% Cu / 30% Zn) |
|---|---|
| Thickness Range | 0.1mm – 1mm (0.004 in – 0.039 in) |
| Width | 200mm (7.87 in) — standard pieces; 100mm (3.94 in) — 20m coil variant |
| Length | 0.5m (19.7 in) per piece; 20m coil available |
| Surface Finish | Mill finish, bright golden brass |
| Temper | See variant options |
| Tensile Strength | See variant options |
| Hardness | See variant options |
| Solderability | Excellent (soft solder and brazing compatible) |
| Machinability Rating | Approx. 30% (relative to free-cutting brass at 100%) |
| Quantity per Order | 1 piece (standard); coil option available |
For shim stock and gap-filling, 0.1mm–0.3mm is typically sufficient. For structural brackets, spring leaves, or parts that need to hold a bend under load, 0.5mm–1mm is more appropriate. If you are unsure, start with 0.3mm or 0.5mm as a versatile mid-range option.
Yes. Thicknesses up to 0.5mm cut cleanly with heavy-duty scissors or aviation snips. For 0.6mm–1mm, a bench-mounted guillotine shear or tin snips with compound action will give a cleaner edge. A fine-tooth hacksaw or angle grinder with a thin cutting disc also works well for straight cuts on thicker gauges.
C260 cartridge brass resists atmospheric oxidation well in dry to moderately humid environments. In coastal or high-humidity outdoor settings, the surface may develop a patina over time. For fully weatherproof applications, consider applying a clear lacquer coat or selecting a marine-grade brass alloy.
Yes. Brass is an effective conductor for electromagnetic shielding. Thin gauges (0.1mm–0.3mm) are commonly used to fabricate EMI gaskets and shielding strips in electronics enclosures. The material can be cut to shape and soldered or mechanically fastened in place.
Yes. C260 brass has excellent solderability with standard soft solders (tin-lead or lead-free) and is also compatible with silver brazing alloys. Clean the surface with flux before soldering to ensure a strong, void-free joint. Avoid overheating thin gauges (under 0.3mm) to prevent warping.
The 0.5m pieces are cut lengths ideal for one-off projects, prototyping, or small repairs — you get a flat, ready-to-use strip. The 20m coil (available in 1mm×100mm only) is a continuous roll suited for production cutting or applications where you need to cut multiple custom lengths from a single stock piece. Note that the coil width is 100mm rather than 200mm.
Store brass in a dry environment away from moisture, acids, and ammonia-containing compounds (which can cause stress corrosion cracking). Wrapping unused pieces in acid-free paper or a zip-lock bag with a silica gel desiccant will keep the surface bright for extended periods.
