Lead alloys

Description

Lead alloys well with other metals and is often used in mixtures containing 62-95% Lead, 1-35% Tin, and 3-13% Antimony. Lead alloys melt at 290-390 C to form a medium viscosity liquid. Lead alloys are soft and do not reproduce fine detail well when molded.

Synonyms and Related Terms

alliages de plomb (Fr.); Bleilegierungen (Deut.); aleaciones de plomo (Esp.); lood legering (Ned.); ligas de chumbo (Port.)

Hazards and Safety

Inhalation and ingestion of lead fumes and dust is very toxic.

Authority

David Matthews, Moldmaking and Casting FAQ, www.sfcmd.com/heavygear/faqs/moldmaking_faq.txt

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