Where to get lead casting equipment

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fish_on
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posted 03-18-2002 06:59 PM
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Looking for a large ladle, one that holds 32-48oz of lead. Does the ladle have to be cast iron, or can it be made of any metal with a higher melting point?

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Bait O' Eggs
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posted 03-18-2002 08:41 PM
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Dustin - that would be a large ladle. I use a soup can or canned fruit can for my large pouring. I have had the seams start to leak when I get them to hot, but usually they hold just fine. Bend one side into a V shape for easier controlled pouring. Clamp a vise grip on for a handle and you got a big ladle. I set the soup can right on the propane burner to melt the lead. From the burner to the mold, back to the burner to keep the lead hot.

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Roeboat
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posted 03-18-2002 08:47 PM
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Any old pan can be used (except teflon coated), and bend a pouring lip into it. Commercial made lead pourers hold about 10 pounds of lead and cost about 50 bucks.
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Pilar
Ifish Forum Guide
Member # 270

posted 03-19-2002 08:28 AM
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Or make one. If you have a welder then use 2" pipe about 4" long. Screw a pipe cap on one end and weld a 1/4" rod to the side for a handle. A notch ground into the open end works for a spout.

The much smaller one I got at the battery plant has a cover to prevent drossing caused by air on the hot lead. It is about 1-1/4" in diameter and 2" high. Holds about 10 oz and has a file handle on the steel rod.

The spout should be on the side of the ladle. That way you just balance the ladle on the side of the mold and twist the handle to tip it and pour .... no effort.

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