Brass Sheet & Plate – CZ108 Half Hard (Mill Finish)
Overview
Our Brass Sheet and Plate in CZ108 Half Hard condition is a versatile and widely used brass material, supplied in standard mill finish and cut to order. Manufactured to specification CZ108 (CW508L), this grade is valued for its balance of strength, ductility, corrosion resistance, and formability, making it suitable for a broad range of general-purpose and fabrication applications.
All material is supplied from standard full sheet stock sizes, with clearly defined cutting tolerances, and is available subject to stock availability.
Key Features & Benefits
Supplied in CZ108 (CW508L) brass specification
Half Hard condition as standard
Available in metric and imperial stock sheet sizes
Mill finish – bright appearance with possible light surface marks
Good hot and cold working characteristics
Very good corrosion resistance in normal working environments
Suitable for general-purpose and simple forming operations
Supported by over a century of brass supply expertise from John Keatley Metals
Cutting Tolerances
Up to 4mm thickness: +0.5mm / -0mm
From 5mm thickness: +3mm / -0mm
Available Sizes
Metric – Full Sheet Size: 2000 × 1000mm
0.45mm
0.55mm
0.7mm
0.9mm
1.2mm
1.5mm
2mm
2.5mm
3mm
4mm
5mm
Imperial – Full Sheet Size: 4′ × 2′
26G
24G
22G
20G
18G
Not all product ranges are listed online. Availability is subject to stock.
Material Condition & Finish
This brass sheet and plate is supplied in a standard mill finish, ready for use. The mill finish is naturally fairly shiny but may include light surface marks consistent with standard mill supply.
In addition to the half hard state, some of our brass sheet and plate can also be supplied in soft condition upon request.
Additional Brass Products
Brass Shim: Available in much thinner gauges than sheet and plate
CZ120 Engraving Brass:
Thicknesses: 1.5mm | 2mm | 3mm
Maximum sheet size: 1000 × 600mm
Supplied in standard mill finish
Applications
John Keatley Metals have been supplying brass sheet since 1896, with this material commonly used across a wide range of applications, including:
Decorative items
Furniture manufacture
Kick plates
Instrument panels
Lighting design
Product Specifications – CZ108 (CW508L)
General Properties
CZ108, sometimes referred to as basis brass, is a popular grade due to its:
Good hot and cold formability
Impressive combination of strength and ductility
Very good corrosion resistance
Good machinability at slow speeds
Chemical Composition (CZ108)
Copper (Cu): 62.00 – 64.00%
Aluminium (Al): 0.0 – 0.05%
Iron (Fe): 0.0 – 0.10%
Lead (Pb): 0.0 – 0.10%
Nickel (Ni): 0.0 – 0.30%
Tin (Sn): 0.0 – 0.10%
Others (Total): 0.0 – 0.20%
Zinc (Zn): Balance
Polishing & Additional Services
If polishing is required for brass products purchased from us, we are happy to assist. Material can be sent directly to local polishers to save you time, and we can also recommend MA Polishing, a trusted local specialist.
FAQs
Is this brass supplied ready to use?
Yes, it is supplied in a standard mill finish, suitable for immediate use.
Can this brass be supplied in soft condition?
Yes, brass sheet and plate can also be supplied in soft condition on request.
Do you stock thinner brass material?
Yes, we also supply brass shim, which is significantly thinner than standard sheet and plate.
Are all sizes listed online?
No, not all product ranges are currently listed online. Availability is subject to stock.
For queries, availability, or a tailored quotation on CZ108 brass sheet and plate, please contact us via our Contact Us page. Our team will be happy to assist with sizing, condition options, and additional finishing services.
