Field's Metal Low Melting Point Alloy 50 Grams
This listing is for a 50 gram bottle of top-quality Field’s Metal in granular form, making it easy to handle and use. Field’s Metal is a eutectic alloy of Indium, Bismuth, and Tin with a low melting point of just 62°C—it melts easily in boiling water. Key Features & Benefits ✔ Non-Toxic & Lead-Free – Unlike Wood’s Metal and other low-melting alloys, Field’s Metal contains no lead or cadmium, making it a safer option. ✔ Exceptional Casting Properties – It captures fine details when cast into moulds, making it ideal for prototyping, art casting, and precision parts. ✔ Safe for Silicone Moulds – The low melting point allows use in silicone moulds without damage. ✔ Versatile Applications – Perfect for tube bending, where the metal is cast into a tube, bent, and then melted out with boiling water for a crease-free bend. ✔ Australian Made – Manufactured in the Billing Metals Labs in Victoria, ensuring high quality and reliability. Important Considerations Hot Metal Safety – Though non-toxic, melted Field’s Metal conducts heat extremely well and can cause burns. Use proper safety precautions. Avoid Glassware – Due to its high Indium content, this alloy can stick to glass—don’t use your best lab equipment! Tarnishing – Bright silver in colour, but may develop a grey tarnish over time in humid conditions. Fun & Educational Uses Perfect for learning and teaching casting techniques—great for beginners. Watch it melt and reform—drop a solid casting into hot water and observe as it melts into droplets and pools at the bottom. Create custom metal ice cubes—cast into silicone ice cube moulds for unique experiments! If you have any questions, feel free to ask!