Brass is made up of copper and different amount of zinc content. The most common choice is yellow brass that is sometimes named as gold brass also. The other popular choice is red brass that is also named as rose brass. Actually, brass is available in all possible colours you can imagine because of different ratios of zinc content inside it. In other words, we can say zinc is responsible for changing the colour of brass metal.
- Red Brass
The particular type has lower zinc content and higher copper concentration. This is why this type of brass has red colour. It is extremely valuable and can be quickly recycled. The particular type can be manufactured quickly and also less expensive as compared to other ones. There is semi-red brass is also available in market. The particular type is preferred only once when you are running with short budget.
- What are the uses?
Red brass is commonly used for making sprinklers, pumps, valves, etc. It can also be used for making music instruments like trombones.
- Yellow Brass
Yellow brass is usually required for decorating purpose inside, cabinets, screws, household faucets, and keys. It can also be used for making music instruments like trombones. It is bright in colour and suitable for household items like shelves, bowls, plates etc.
- What are the similarities?
Both red and yellow brass has zinc and copper content. Both can be used for making musical instruments. The brass also alerts the sound produced. It can be used for several plumbing applications and decor purpose also. The other common use is brass electrical fittings. Red and yellow both can be utilized as perfect brass electrical fittings. The only difference is that red can be cycled and it is not possible to recycle yellow brass because of low copper concentration.
