VT machining offers CNC Milling for C360 Brass (UNS C36000 / CuZn36Pb3 / Free-cutting brass), typically supplied half-hard. Machinability benchmark for copper alloys (100%); lead breaks chips cleanly.
CNC Milling Notes for C360 Brass
C360 Brass mills well with conventional strategies; finishing passes are planned to meet flatness and finish callouts.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of C360 Brass weighs about 0.85 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC Milling C360 Brass
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 270-545 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed per tooth | 0.035-0.123 mm |
| Spindle speed, Ø10 mm end mill | 8590-17350 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO N — sharp, polished, uncoated or DLC |
| Coolant | Dry or light emulsion; zero-rake tools to prevent grabbing |
| Thermal growth, 100 mm part, +10 °C | 20.5 µm (CTE 20.5 µm/m·K) |
Starting values for C360 Brass, Half-hard; optimised on the first article.
C360 Brass Data Relevant to CNC Milling
| Equivalent designations | UNS C36000 / CuZn36Pb3 / Free-cutting brass |
|---|---|
| Key composition | Cu 60-63%, Pb 2.5-3%, Zn bal. |
| Typical supply condition | Half-hard |
| Hardness (typical) | ~78 HRB |
| Machinability rating | 100% (AISI B1112 = 100%) |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
How C360 Brass Differs
Machinability benchmark for copper alloys (100%); lead breaks chips cleanly.
Typical applications: Fittings, valves, screw-machine parts.
C360 Brass vs Similar Grades
| C360 Brass | C268 Brass | C377 Brass | C260 Brass | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key composition | Cu 60-63%, Pb 2.5-3%, Zn bal. | Cu 64-68.5%, Zn bal. | Cu 58-61%, Pb 1.5-2.5%, Zn bal. | Cu 68.5-71.5%, Zn bal. |
| Hardness | ~78 HRB | ~55-80 HRB | ~78 HRB | ~55-80 HRB |
| Tensile (MPa) | ~340-470 | ~320-500 | ~360 | ~300-480 |
| Machinability % | 100 | 30 | 80 | 30 |
| Typical use | Fittings, valves, screw-machine parts | Stampings, lamp parts, hardware | Forged valves, fittings, hardware | Deep-drawn parts, ammunition cases, radiator parts |
More on CNC Milling Brass
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc milling guidance for all brass grades are on our CNC Milling Brass page.
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Quoting CNC Milling C360 Brass
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm C360 Brass and its condition (we usually see it supplied half-hard), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Which industries use CNC Milling C360 Brass parts?
CNC Milling C360 Brass parts are used across aerospace, medical, automotive, electronics, semiconductor and general industrial sectors — anywhere precise C360 Brass components are required.
Does CNC Milling C360 Brass require dedicated tooling?
Most C360 Brass machining work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Milling C360 Brass?
Achievable tolerances for C360 Brass machining depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. Milling holds positional and dimensional tolerances to around ±0.01 mm, tighter with precision setups. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.
What is CNC Milling C360 Brass and how is it done?
CNC Milling C360 Brass refers to multi-axis milling cutters remove material to produce prismatic features, pockets, slots and contoured 3D surfaces. Applied to C360 Brass — free-machining with good conductivity — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Milling C360 Brass?
CNC Milling prototypes for C360 Brass can be produced quickly and scaled to series production. Send your drawing and quantity and we will advise lead time and any minimum order.
Can VT machining make custom C360 Brass parts to my drawing?
Yes. C360 Brass machining is made to order from your CAD/2D drawing. Share your geometry, material grade, tolerance and quantity and we will confirm feasibility, lead time and pricing.