At 8:04 AM -0600 1/23/06, Robert Samuels wrote:
I want to cast some lead for ballast into a shape resembling a stick
of butter. I have the lead and a torch that puts out enough heat
to melt the lead but I don't have a ladle nor a mold. I prefer not
to spend much (if any) money for these items as it will be a one
time project. Does anyone know what I can use to melt lead in and
how to construct a one time mold (cheaply)?
Robert Samuels ............... St. Louis
You can melt lead in a tin can. Like a campbell soup can is good,
because it was drawn out with a sheet in stead of soldered ends. Cut
the top off and bend the lip to form a spout so the lead can be pour
out easily.
I made my "mold" out of 1/4" balsa wood. Use a piece of pine for the
bottom and 1/4" balsa to form the sides. It can survive about 2-3
"molding".
Warning: pour the molten lead in slowly and get the can as close to
the mold as you can. Splatter lead on bare skin can be a very
unpleasant experience.
Brian
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