copper and brass fittings

Copper and brass fittings are essential plumbing and piping components, with copper offering superior thermal conductivity for heating/cooling and brass, an alloy of copper and zinc, providing greater strength, hardness, and machinability for durable connections in various liquids/gases. While copper is a pure metal (or nearly pure) with excellent heat transfer, brass's zinc content makes it stronger and ideal for complex fittings, though often used alongside copper for robust joints, especially in older systems. Copper Fittings Material: Nearly pure copper (with traces of oxygen/phosphorus). Pros: Excellent thermal conductivity (great for hot/cold water), antimicrobial, corrosion-resistant, available in many sizes. Cons: Softer than brass, potentially prone to damage if handled carelessly. Uses: Residential plumbing, HVAC, medical gas systems (MGPS). Brass Fittings Material: An alloy of copper and zinc (sometimes with tin, lead). Pros: Harder, stronger, more machinable, higher yield/shear strength than copper. Cons: Lower thermal conductivity than pure copper. Uses: Connecting pipes, valves, complex fittings, gas lines, often used to join copper pipes.