[Jewelry making - Article 01077] - Re: [Orchid] Alloy Identification

[James Binnion]

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>         Further checking on the MSDS reveals that this alloy also
>     contains both  lead and cadmium. Both are carcinogens. YOU DO NOT
>     WANT TO OVERHEAT THIS  STUFF! 

    While the info about heat is valid the particular alloy he has is
    cadmium free CerroLow 136. The alloy you are referring to is the
    CerroBend 158 which is Bismuth  50%, Lead 26.7%, Tin 13.3%, Cadmium
    10%. There are several of these fusible metal alloys with a variety
    of component metals and melting points ranging from 117 F to over
    300 F Go to http://www.alchemycastings.com/lead-products/fusible.htm
    for more information 

Jim Binnion

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