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First, it's important to note that not all keys are made of brass. Keys can be made from any material that is strong enough to release the mechanism of a lock. For the mass production of modern locks, which is what I believe the question is referring to, brass is used for making keys because it is the least expensive metal that is strong enough to turn the mechanism inside the lock.
Simply put; brass is cheap and it works well in any human environment. Cheaper alternatives like tin or copper (which are combined to make brass) bend or break too easily to make them reliable, and stronger alternatives like iron and steel are too expensive.
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What kind of metal is a key made up of?
Most keys are made of brass. Some are nickel plated brass, and this makes them look different. Take one of these sliver keys and inspect the edge where the teeth have been cut. The material from which the key is made should be apparent, and, as stated, it will probably be brass.
What are old skeleton keys made of?
Keys can be made of almost any solid material. Most modern keys are made of brass, aluminum, or various alloys that are of similar durability yet softness. The keys for old mortise door locks were made of iron. Many locks made in the middle ages and earlier used keys made of wood.
Why is brass not used for electrical wiring?
It is not economically vantageous using brass for electrical wiring. Moreover the resistance is higher, and the other features make it impracticable.
Does copper and zinc make brass?
yes it does make brass but i don't know how it does
What are three things brass is used for?
Brass is mostly used in plumbing and in water meters. Gun shells and engraving plates are considered brass.
What is the raw material used in keys?
Brass , is the most widely used metal for keys.
What materials were used for the construction of the saxophone?
A reed, brass (or metal), and plastic for the keys.
Can you make brass keys in RuneScape?
No key can be made in RuneScape. The different types of keys are obtained in different places, but never made by players.
What are crooks used for on brass instruments?
Crooks are interchangeable tuning slides in different keys, used on natural (valveless) horns.
Was brass always used to make the trumpet?
No brass was not always used to make the trumpet. Gold, Silver and metal were also used.
What other metals are in brass?
Tin and copper are used to make brass
What are buttons on a brass instrument called?
keys
What are the keys on brass instruments called?
They are called valves.
What are car keys made out of?
steel or iron brass
What material is used to make the saxophone?
brass
Does a saxophone have strings?
No, a saxophone has keys like other woodwind instruments. Brass instruments have valves.
What is used to make a brass instrument quieter?
a mute...
