PA2058: 3 bars of Standard Metal

Standard metal (65% Lead / 2% Antimony / 33% Tin) is the cheapest metal available. We recommend that you vent the moulds if you use Standard Metal.

Standard metal melts at 210°C (410°F).

Cast at 320-400°C.

Standard Metal Safety Data Sheet.

Hygiene advice: wash hands after use, always paint figures before allowing them to be played with.

Safety Precautions:

• Collectors’ items not suitable as a toy.
• Adult supervision recommended for children under the age of 16.
• Hot metal will burn if touched or spilled.
• Cover the working surface with paper or hard board.
• Do not leave a ladle with molten metal unattended
• Do not overheat the metal with a gas flame.
• Standard and Model metal contains lead which may be harmful if inhaled, swallowed or chewed. 
• Do not smoke while working with the castings.
• Wash hands after using kits and clear up waste material.
• Keep away from food and do not snack or eat during handling of metal.
• Prolonged exposure to lead can be harmful.
• Never cool the metal or moulds with water.
• Dispose of waste according to local regulation