Brass sheet

I am now starting the tender for 3.1/2 gauge County Carlow.

The plans specify 18g brass sheet, and the sides are made from 20 inch lengths.

So can anyone suggest a supplier I might try. All my usual sources seem to stop at 12 inch lengths.

Very many thanks

John

Pretty sure GLR will do 24 inch lengths but not on their website, you may have to phone and ask.

Try M-Machine at m-machine-metals.co.uk, they price by the foot but will cut to your requirements and charge accordingly.

Roger

I might be able to help if your are unsuccesful in obtaining elsewhere. My son is an engraver and uses 600mm x 1200mm engraving brass sheets for solicitors signs and similar. I know he uses 1.5mm or thicker normally, but I think there may be 1.0mm or 0.9mm. PM me if you are interested, I'm on holiday in deepest Dorset at the moment, and won't be in touch with him until the weekend!

I made the platework for Southam from the remains of a meter square brass sheet that was quite light gauge, so definitely available.

I am sure you will find what you require if you talk to ; John Keatley (Metals ) Ltd , Shadwell St , Birmingham ,

B4 6HD 0121 236 4300. www.johnkeatlymetals.com .

I have no connection other than that of a satisfied customer .

John

If you you need to bend it, engraving brass is not suitable, it will crack

Roy

Fixed web link: **LINK**

John,

Try Ian T Cobb at www.clockmaking-brass.co.uk. He stocks a wide range and will cut to pretty much any size.

Mike

Use M-machine, Very good service

John

Clock makers usually use engraving brass, not suitable if you have to bend it

Roy

Despite the name of his website, Ian Cobb supplies a range of different brass, not just engraving brass.

Mike

Blackgates Model Engineering in Dewsbury will cut any size you need and charge by weight

Mike

I was just making sure that the OP new what he was asking for

Roy

Just to update this post.

Thanks to everyone for your suggestions.

Eventually I went with John Keatley metals. (Thanks D A Godley).

They were happy to supply a few other small bits of steel I wanted (like 30mm lengths) and prices for the brass were very good.

They even saved me £20 Plus VAT on postage by discussing what I was using it for and suggesting an appropriate cut to the Brass.

Well recommended, and they even answer the phone!

John

John ;

So very pleased you found what you required and that they saved you a few pence , it always helps . I had absolutely no doubt that they would be able to satisfy you .

regards ,

David