Brass

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Brass fittings are fine to use when building a brewing system, but there are certain disadvantages when compared to stainless steel.

  1. Brass contains some amount of lead, even "lead-free" fittings.[1] While probably not enough to matter, it's still a consideration.
  2. Stainless is more durable since it's a harder metal, and it doesn't degrade from chemical exposure as easily as brass.[2]
  3. The copper in brass accelerates staling. See copper for more info.

References[edit]

  1. ↑ "The Federal Lead-Free Plumbing Bill: Q & A." Grainger. Accessed online March 2020.
  2. ↑ "Difference Between Stainless Steel and Brass Valves." PVCFittingsOnline.com May 2018.
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