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Best pricing for Brass?
Mill Direct offer lowest possible pricing
With an amazing clean scrap stream for full recycling and cash flow
When it comes to brass, R.F. Mau built a pipeline for raw material. We go straight to the source with mill-direct purchasing, securing the best prices and passing the savings along to you. And our expertise extends beyond machining to include a highly efficient scrap stream management system. This not only minimizes waste but also keeps our costs — and yours — down.
Here, you only pay for the parts — not the raw material. Our mill-direct brass purchasing and efficient scrap stream management mean you avoid the upfront investment in brass rod and the wait for scrap recycling returns. We handle the material costs, so you can focus on your cash flow.
It's not just about the parts; it's about the pennies. We squeeze every bit of value from the material. The result? High-quality brass parts at prices that will make you smile. and you don't pay for the whole rod, only the actual part!
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Mill Direct + Scrap Stream = Savings
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Lower Upfront Costs & Improved Cash Flow - Mill-direct pricing eliminates middleman markups, and our efficient scrap stream means you don't have to invest in raw brass rod upfront and wait for scrap returns. You only pay for the finished parts, freeing up your cash flow for other business needs.
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Stable & Competitive Pricing: Direct mill relationships provide access to more consistent pricing, shielding you from market fluctuations. Combined with efficient scrap management that minimizes material waste, we can offer highly competitive and predictable pricing for your brass parts.
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Guaranteed Quality & Traceability: Working directly with the mill ensures greater control over material quality and traceability. You can obtain mill certifications and have direct communication regarding material properties, giving you confidence in the brass used for your parts. Our scrap stream further ensures that we are maximizing the value of that high-quality material.
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Streamlined Procurement & Reduced Lead Times: Direct mill connections can streamline the procurement process, potentially leading to faster lead times for raw materials. Combined with our efficient scrap handling, this translates to quicker turnaround times for your finished brass parts.

Product Types Served:
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Appliances
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Batteries
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Brass Insert Fittings
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Compression Fittings
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Computers
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Electrical Applications
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High Voltage Fuse Parts
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HVAC Fittings
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Hydraulic Fittings
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Faucet Parts
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Insert Fittings
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Laboratory Faucet Markets
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Lighting Fixtures
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Lock Hardware
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Shower Heads
Why Brass:
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Appearance Improvement
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Corrosion Resistant
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Cosmetic
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Decorative
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Electrically Conductive
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Protective
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Temperature Resistant
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Weather Proofing
Production Volume:
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Minimum: 10,000 units (approx. per order)
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Maximum: 1,000,000+ units (per order)
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Mid-Volume to High-Volume
Here are a few fun facts about brass:
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Ancient Origins: Brass isn't a naturally occurring metal. It's an alloy, meaning it's a mixture of two or more metals. It was likely discovered accidentally thousands of years ago, long before we understood metallurgy. Some of the earliest brass objects date back to the Bronze Age!
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A Sound Investment: Brass is a popular material for musical instruments, especially brass instruments (like trumpets and trombones!). Its unique acoustic properties give these instruments their bright, resonant sound. It's also used in other instruments, like cymbals.
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A Symbol of Durability: Because it's corrosion-resistant and strong, brass has been used for centuries in plumbing fixtures, hardware, and even ship fittings. Think of the doorknobs and plumbing in older buildings – chances are some of them are brass!
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Disinfection Power: Brass has antimicrobial properties, meaning it can kill microorganisms like bacteria and viruses. This is why it's sometimes used in high-touch surfaces, like doorknobs and handrails, to help prevent the spread of germs. It's not as effective as some other antimicrobial materials, but it does offer some level of protection.
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A Variety of Colors: While we often think of brass as having a golden-yellow color, the exact hue can vary depending on the specific mix of copper and zinc used to make it. Different ratios can create brass that's more reddish or more yellowish.
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Recyclable Wonder: Brass is highly recyclable, which is great for the environment! Scrap brass can be melted down and reused to make new products, conserving resources and reducing waste.
