The debate that which material between stainless steel and brass is better for manufacturing quality faucets has been going on for a long time now. However, with the feedback from user experiences and the expert opinions of leading manufacturing brands like LIPKA, it has finally unfolded which material is best for faucet manufacturing.

BRASS OR STAINLESS STEEL?

Both materials are well-known in the kitchen and bathroom fittings industry and their specifications are quite popular among consumers. However, it is inevitable to skip the basics.

Let’s compare the composition:

BRASS

Brass is an alloy made up of a mixture of elements like copper and zinc. Manufacturers use brass ingot or virgin brass for building the faucet body. This kind of brass is the purest form of brass that consists of about 60% Of Copper, 30% of Zinc and 10% of Other Metals to increase malleability.

STAINLESS STEEL

The best quality, i.e., the AISI 304-Grade Stainless steel is built has a good composition as it contains 18% chromium and about 8% Nickle which is known to lessen the effects of rusting and corrosion.

Why Brass is Preferable Over Stainless Steel Faucet?

Here are 5 solid reasons to support that brass faucets are easier to manufacture, have a good rapport with architects and interior designers, and are the most preferred material for faucets for bathrooms and kitchens.

• Strength & Durability

Even though both metals have a similar characteristic to resist rusting and corrosion, Brass Faucets are the ideal choice since brass does not have iron in it and cannot rust. As discussed above, the composition of brass is sturdy and has long-lasting durability. This makes brass faucets much stronger, and are better for daily rough and tough use. The brass faucets are heavier and have good durability as compared to stainless steel.

• Machinability

Brass and steel are not significantly different from one another in terms of production costs, despite the fact that steel is far more difficult to manufacture than brass. Steel doesn't have a chance since brass is the preferred metal for applications that call for small, precise metal components due to its well-known machinability.

• Endurance

Brass is fifteen times more thermally and electrically conductive than stainless steel. Additionally, it has a larger thermal expansion coefficient, which makes it ideal for furnaces and engines, among other applications involving extremely high temperatures. Therefore, brass faucets are more preferable as they are compatible with geyser connections for extremely hot water flow. 

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• Ductility and Malleability

There is a reason why you find more designs in brass faucets than in stainless steel. This is because brass has a high level of malleability and ductility that allows it to take the shape of various classy and contemporary designs. Steel on the other hand has a low level of these properties which makes it a little rigid. People with a desire for luxurious faucets today, opt for brass as the base material due to this unique and efficient quality.

• Antibacterial Properties

Brass and bronze, which are copper alloy metals, have the capacity to effectively eliminate hazardous bacteria and germs within two hours of contact. According to research, copper alloys may kill germs that the water flow usually contains. Contrarily, stainless steel doesn't have any built-in antibacterial qualities. This makes brass a more suitable and safe material for faucets, especially for kitchen use. And even for bathrooms, where water is used for taking baths and washing.