Comparison Of The Physical Properties Of Copper Strip And Brass Strip

Comparison of physical properties
Electrical and thermal conductivity
Due to its high purity copper, copper strip has excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, which makes it very popular in the field of electricity and electronics. In contrast, brass strip is slightly deficient in electrical and thermal conductivity, but still meets certain industrial needs.

Mechanical properties
Due to the addition of zinc, brass strip not only has higher hardness, but also has good corrosion resistance and processing properties. This makes brass strips excellent in applications that require a certain level of strength and plasticity. Although the hardness of copper strip is relatively low, its plasticity is excellent, which is convenient for cold and hot processing.

Corrosion resistance
Both copper strips and brass strips have some corrosion resistance, but their manifestations are different due to different compositions. Copper strips are stable in most environments, while brass strips are more resistant to corrosion in certain environments due to the presence of zinc.