Brass
Premium Brass Materials for Scale Modeling
Discover precision-engineered brass tubing, rods, and materials essential for professional scale modeling projects. This comprehensive collection features K&S Round Brass Tube in multiple diameters, streamline tubing, and bendable fuel tubes designed for exacting detail work in aircraft, ships, armor, and dioramas. Brass offers superior strength, workability, and authentic metallic finish that elevates every build from basic assembly to museum-quality craftsmanship.
Each brass component is manufactured to precise tolerances with consistent wall thickness and outer diameter measurements, ensuring reliable fit and finish across your entire project. Whether you're scratch-building landing gear, creating custom railings for ship models, fabricating fuel lines for aircraft engines, or adding structural reinforcement to armor kits, these metal materials provide the durability and precision demanded by serious modelers. The natural properties of brass allow for easy bending, cutting, and soldering while maintaining structural integrity throughout the construction process.
Professional modelers and hobbyists alike rely on brass for applications requiring both aesthetic appeal and mechanical strength. The warm golden tone of polished brass adds authentic detail to period-accurate builds, while its corrosion resistance ensures long-lasting results. Compatible with standard modeling adhesives, solders, and finishing techniques, brass integrates seamlessly into any workflow. Explore complementary model accessories and K&S Metals precision materials to complete your next masterpiece with professional-grade components trusted by builders worldwide.
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K&S Metals K&S Bendable Brass Fuel Tube: 1/8" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $2.97
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K&S Metals K&S Brass Streamline : 1/4" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $3.19
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 1/16" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $2.30
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 1/2" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $3.71
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 1/4" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $2.23
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 1/8" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $1.49
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 11/32" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $3.71
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 13/32" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $3.78
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 15/32" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $4.45
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 17/32" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $3.85
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 19/32" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $5.19
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 21/32" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $5.71
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 3/16" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $1.63
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 3/32" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $2.67
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 3/8" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $3.11
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 5/16" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $2.45
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 5/32" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $1.56
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 5/8" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $5.19
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 7/16" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $4.23
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 7/32" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $1.85
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 9/16" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $4.45
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K&S Metals K&S Round Brass Tube: 9/32" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $2.30
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K&S Metals K&S Square Brass Tube: 1/16" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $3.04
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K&S Metals K&S Square Brass Tube: 1/8" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $2.67
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K&S Metals K&S Square Brass Tube: 3/32" OD x 0.014" Wall x 12" Long $4.30
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Tichy Train Group Tichy Train .010 Phosphor Bronze Wire (Brass Wire) 1101 $2.34
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Tichy Train Group Tichy Train .0125 Phosphor Bronze Wire (Brass Wire) 1106 $2.34
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Tichy Train Group Tichy Train .015 Phosphor Bronze Wire (Brass Wire) 1102 $2.34
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Tichy Train Group Tichy Train .020 Phosphor Bronze Wire (Brass Wire) 1103 $2.34
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Tichy Train Group Tichy Train .025 Phosphor Bronze Wire (Brass Wire) 1104 $2.34
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Tichy Train Group Tichy Train .040 Phosphor Bronze Wire (Brass Wire) 1107 $2.34
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Trumpeter Trumpeter 20cm Brass Pipe Set 1 - 09942 $5.16
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Trumpeter Trumpeter 20cm Brass Pipe Set 2 - 09943 $5.16
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Trumpeter Trumpeter 20cm Brass Pipe Set 3 - 09944 $5.16
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Trumpeter Trumpeter 20cm Brass Pipe Set 4 - 09945 $5.16
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Trumpeter Trumpeter 20cm Brass Pipe Set 5 - 09946 $5.16
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Trumpeter Trumpeter 20cm Brass Pipe Set 6 - 09947 $5.16
$6.95
Premium Brass Materials for Scale Modeling Excellence
Brass remains the material of choice for discerning scale modelers who demand precision, durability, and authentic metallic finish in their builds. Whether you're constructing aircraft models, ship models, armor kits, or intricate dioramas, the brass tubing and materials in this collection provide the structural integrity and workability that plastic simply cannot match.
Why K&S Metals Brass Tubing Sets the Standard
K&S Metals has earned its reputation as the premier manufacturer of precision brass tubing for hobbyists and professionals alike. Each tube in our collection features consistent 0.014" wall thickness and 12" length, providing reliable dimensions for accurate scale work. The round brass tubes range from delicate 1/16" outer diameter pieces perfect for antenna and rigging work up to robust 1/2" diameter tubes ideal for structural components and landing gear assemblies. The bendable brass fuel tube offers exceptional flexibility for creating realistic fuel lines and hydraulic systems without kinking or collapsing.
Applications Across Multiple Modeling Disciplines
Brass tubing serves countless functions in scale modeling. Aircraft enthusiasts rely on these materials for creating gun barrels, pitot tubes, exhaust stacks, and reinforced wing spars. Naval modelers use brass for mast construction, railings, davits, and propeller shafts where strength and authentic metallic appearance matter most. Armor modelers appreciate brass for barrel replacements, tow cables, and structural reinforcement of suspension systems. The streamline brass tubing provides an aerodynamic profile perfect for external fuel tanks and ordnance.
Beyond structural applications, brass excels in detail work. The smaller diameter tubes create convincing hydraulic lines, control cables, and antenna elements that bring models to life. Brass accepts solder readily, allowing permanent joints that withstand handling and display. The material also takes paint well when properly prepared, or can be left bare and polished for authentic metallic components.
Working with Brass: Techniques and Best Practices
Brass tubing cuts cleanly with a razor saw or tube cutter, and files smooth without the melting issues common with plastic. The material bends predictably when annealed with gentle heat, allowing custom curves and angles. For joining brass components, cyanoacrylate adhesive provides quick bonds while epoxy offers maximum strength. Soldering creates the most authentic and durable connections, particularly for load-bearing structures.
When finishing brass, light sanding with fine-grit paper removes any manufacturing marks. For painted finishes, a primer designed for metal ensures proper adhesion. Modelers seeking natural metal finishes can polish brass to a brilliant shine or allow it to develop an authentic patina over time. Chemical blackening solutions create convincing gun metal and weathered steel effects.
Sourcing Quality Materials from Trusted Manufacturers
MPM Hobbies partners directly with Tamiya USA and other leading manufacturers to ensure you receive genuine K&S Metals products with consistent quality and precise dimensions. Every tube meets exacting standards for concentricity, wall thickness, and surface finish. We maintain extensive inventory across the complete size range, so you can find exactly what your project demands without compromise.
Explore our complete selection of metal materials including aluminum, copper, and steel options. Complement your brass work with our precision modeling tools designed specifically for metalworking applications. For additional techniques and inspiration, visit the comprehensive resources available at Tamiya USA where expert modelers share their metalworking expertise.