{"product_id":"h59-brass-solid-rod-bar-square-sheet-metal-500mm","title":"H59 Brass Solid Rod Bar Square Sheets Cutting Tool Metal - Assorted Sizes 500mm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-overview\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eH59 Brass Solid Rod, Bar \u0026amp; Square Sheet Metal — Precision-Cut 500mm Stock for Machining \u0026amp; DIY Fabrication\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen your project demands a reliable, machinable metal stock that holds tight tolerances and resists corrosion, finding the right brass flat bar or square rod in the exact cross-section you need can be frustrating. Whether you're a hobbyist machinist, a small workshop fabricator, or a maker building custom hardware, this H59 brass stock gives you a ready-to-use 500mm length in a wide range of thickness-by-width combinations — so you spend less time sourcing and more time building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is cut from H59 brass alloy — a copper-zinc alloy known for its good machinability, moderate strength, and natural corrosion resistance. Available cross-sections range from 3mm × 10mm up to 15mm × 15mm (approximately 0.12\" × 0.39\" to 0.59\" × 0.59\"), with all pieces cut to a consistent 500mm (approximately 19.7\") length. The flat bar and square profiles are suited for both hand-tool and CNC machining operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical applications include custom bracket fabrication for DIY furniture and cabinetry hardware, lathe and milling practice stock for home machinists, electrical bus bar blanks and grounding strips for electronics projects, and decorative inlay or trim work in woodworking and metalworking builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-compat\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-compat-icon\"\u003e🔧\u003c\/span\u003e Compatible with standard metal saws, angle grinders, band saws, lathes, and milling machines. Suitable for soldering, brazing, and light welding applications.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-features\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✅ Key Features of These H59 Brass Solid Rod Bar \u0026amp; Square Sheet Metal Pieces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"hdiy-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e🟡\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eH59 Brass Alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e — Copper-zinc composition delivers reliable machinability, moderate tensile strength, and natural resistance to oxidation for long-lasting performance in both indoor and outdoor applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e📏\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide Cross-Section Range\u003c\/strong\u003e — Choose from 22 thickness × width combinations spanning 3mm × 10mm through 15mm × 15mm, giving you the exact profile your project requires without unnecessary material waste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e✂️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent 500mm Cut Length\u003c\/strong\u003e — Each bar is cut to a uniform 500mm (≈19.7\") length, ready for immediate use on the bench, lathe, or mill with minimal prep work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e⚙️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlat Bar \u0026amp; Square Profiles\u003c\/strong\u003e — Flat rectangular cross-sections are ideal for brackets, spacers, and sheet-style blanks; square profiles suit rod turning, pin stock, and structural inserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e🔩\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Joining Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — H59 brass bonds well with soft solder, silver solder, and brazing alloys, and accepts standard taps and dies for threaded connections in custom hardware builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e🏗️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIY \u0026amp; Workshop Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e — Sized for practical home-shop use: light enough to handle by hand, rigid enough for structural brackets, and machinable with common hobby-grade tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e📐 Technical Specifications — H59 Brass Flat Bar \u0026amp; Square Rod Stock\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH59 Brass (Copper-Zinc Alloy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProfile Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat Bar \/ Square Rod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCut Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500mm (≈19.7 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3mm – 15mm (≈0.12\" – 0.59\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10mm – 20mm (≈0.39\" – 0.79\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable Cross-Sections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee variant options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMill finish (as-cut)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTensile Strength (typical)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e330–440 MPa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardness (typical)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–90 HB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMachinability Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood (relative to free-cutting brass)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCorrosion Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood in dry and mildly humid environments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity per Order\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 piece per variant selected\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do I choose the right thickness and width for my project?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelect the cross-section based on the load-bearing or structural requirement of your application. For light decorative trim or inlay work, thinner profiles (3mm–4mm thick) are sufficient. For brackets, spacers, or structural inserts that need to resist bending, choose 6mm–10mm thickness. The width determines the bearing surface — wider bars distribute load over a larger area. If you're unsure, start with a mid-range option like 5mm × 15mm and test fit before committing to a larger quantity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs H59 brass strong enough for structural hardware applications?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eH59 brass has a typical tensile strength of 330–440 MPa and a Brinell hardness of approximately 60–90 HB, making it suitable for light-to-medium structural applications such as custom brackets, hinges, spacers, and mounting plates. It is not recommended for high-stress load-bearing applications where steel or aluminum alloy would be more appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill this brass rust or corrode over time?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eH59 brass does not rust (it contains no iron), but it can develop a natural patina (surface oxidation) over time when exposed to air and moisture. In dry indoor environments, the surface remains bright for extended periods. To maintain a bright finish, apply a thin coat of clear lacquer or metal wax after machining.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I machine, drill, or tap this brass stock with standard tools?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. H59 brass machines well with standard HSS drill bits, end mills, and lathe tools. It can be tapped with standard metric or imperial taps to create threaded holes. Use cutting fluid or light machine oil for best results and to extend tool life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this the same as free-cutting brass (C360)?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. H59 is a copper-zinc brass alloy (roughly equivalent to C27000 or C28000 in ASTM standards) with good general machinability, but it is not the same as free-cutting brass (C360\/H62), which has added lead for superior chip-breaking. H59 is lead-reduced and suitable for applications where lower lead content is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I solder or braze this brass stock to join pieces together?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. H59 brass joins readily with soft solder (tin-lead or lead-free), silver solder, and brazing alloys. Clean the joint area with fine sandpaper or a wire brush and apply appropriate flux before soldering. For structural joints, silver brazing provides a much stronger bond than soft soldering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow many pieces do I receive per order?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach variant represents one (1) piece of 500mm brass stock in the selected thickness × width cross-section. If you need multiple pieces of the same size, simply increase the quantity before adding to cart. 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