# Brass C260 (Cartridge Brass)

> The forming brass: stronger and lower-lead than C360, with the classic warm brass look.

- Category: Copper Alloys → brass
- HTML page: https://fabvector.com/materials/brass-c260 (Portuguese: https://fabvector.com/pt/materials/brass-c260)
- Price index: $$$ (1–5, 6061-T6 = $)

## Mechanical properties (typical values, not certified minimums)

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | ~370 MPa |
| Yield strength | ~250 MPa (temper dependent) |
| Hardness | ~55 HRB |
| Density | 8.53 g/cm³ |
| Machinability | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Corrosion resistance | ★★☆☆☆ (2/5) |

## When to choose it

Pick C260 over C360 when the part is formed as well as machined, when lead content is a concern, or when ductility and a flawless polished finish matter more than cycle time.

## When to look elsewhere

For high-volume turned parts C360 machines meaningfully faster and cheaper. Avoid ammonia environments — like all 70/30 brass, C260 is susceptible to stress-corrosion cracking there.

## Typical applications

- Electrical terminals and connector bodies
- Decorative hardware and trim
- Deep-drawn and formed components

## Compatible surface finishes

- [As-Machined](https://fabvector.com/md/finishes/as-machined)
- [Nickel Plating (Electrolytic)](https://fabvector.com/md/finishes/nickel-plating)
- [Tin Plating](https://fabvector.com/md/finishes/tin-plating)
- [Hard Chrome Plating](https://fabvector.com/md/finishes/chrome-plating)
- [Polishing](https://fabvector.com/md/finishes/polishing)
- [Vibratory Tumbling](https://fabvector.com/md/finishes/vibratory-tumbling)
- [Laser Marking](https://fabvector.com/md/finishes/laser-marking)

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