admiralty brass
alloy
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Admiralty brass is a corrosion-resistant alloy primarily composed of approximately 71 percent copper, 28 percent zinc, and 1 percent tin. This specific composition, which includes tin, enhances its resistance to corrosion, particularly in seawater, making it a type of naval brass. Brass itself is an alloy of copper and zinc, known for its hardness and workability. Admiralty brass is a variation of what was also known as Admiralty Metal.123
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