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Lead-Free Brass and Structural Compounds: Innovative Materials for a Safer Future
In recent years, the composition of materials used in contact with drinking water, such as brass, has undergone strict regulatory reviews. Traditional copper and zinc alloys, used for valves, taps, and fittings, contain up to 4% lead, a quantity that improves machinability but poses risks of releasing toxic substances.
With the upcoming restrictions from RoHS2 directives (July 2026) and ELV3 (2025), the elimination of leaded brass is set to accelerate. This scenario paves the way for alternative materials that combine safety and performance.
Low or lead-free brass alloys represent the first alternative to traditional materials. Among these, ECObrass CW724R and CW511L stand out as new benchmarks in the hydraulic and thermosanitary sectors. However, reduced lead content makes machining, particularly milling and turning, more challenging.
An increasingly popular alternative to lead-free brass is represented by glass fiber-reinforced thermoplastic compounds certified for drinking water contact.
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