Bismuth-Based Alloys

Bismuth Alloys

Featuring 99.9% Bismuth and Low Melt Eutectic and Non-Eutectic Alloys offering custom compositions and forms

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Low Melting (Fusible) Alloys

Featuring 158°F, 203°F radiation shielding alloys, pipe bending alloys, and low temperature solders. Eutectic: melting points from 117° – 281°F.Non-eutectic: melting points from 107° – 338°F.Mellottes metal, Rose metal, Wood’s metal, and others. Low-melting alloy wire.

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Solders

Featuring: Body solders, Lead-base, Lead-free solders, Low melting solders, Miter-Al-braze (MAB), Tin-Antimony solders, Tin-base, Tin-Cadmium solders, Tin-Lead solders, Tin-Zinc solders

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Featured Products

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    SAC305 Lead Free Solder Alloy
    SAC305 Lead Free Solder Alloy
    Can be used for various soldering methods including Wave, Selective, and Hand. Known for best in class yields, this material outperforms all Sn/Cu based materials and delivers excellent performance across a wide range of Flux Technologies. SAC305 is used to stabilize the copper content in the wave solder bath depending on process conditions.
    Forms:
    • Regular Bar
    • Shot
    • Ingot
    Belmont Product Code 7972
    Nominal Composition:
    • Sn: 96.5%
    • Ag: 3%
    • Cu: 0.5%
    Technical Info:
    • Solidus: 217 C (423 F)
    • Liquidus: 220 C (428 F)
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    FIELD’S Metal, 144 F, 62 C Low Melting Alloy
    FIELD’S Metal, 144 F, 62 C Low Melting Alloy
    Named after its inventor, Simon Quellen Field, Field's metal is Eutectic at 144 F, 62 C. Field's metal is expensive due to the price of indium, which makes up over half its mass. However, as it contains neither lead nor cadmium, it is a less toxic alternative to Wood's metal. It is used for die casting and rapid prototyping.
    Forms:
    • Approximately 2 lb Cakes
    Belmont Product Code 2330
    Nominal Composition:
    • Bi: 32.5%
    • Sn: 16.5%
    • In: 51%
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    #60 Aluminum Solder (Tin/Zinc)
    #60 Aluminum Solder (Tin/Zinc)
    This Solder has good corrosion resistance and tensile strength. With a melting range beginning at 390 Deg. F. it avoids causing damage to critical electronics as well preventing substrate deformation and segregation. It is used very often in spray wire form for capacitors and other electronic parts.
    Forms:
    • 1/16" Dia. Plus .000" Minus .004" on 5 Lb. Spools
    • 2-5 Ingot
    • Cast Flat Anodes
    Belmont Product Code 7601DS1C
    Nominal Composition:
    • 60.5% Sn
    • 39.5% Zn
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    70/30 Tin Zinc Solder
    70/30 Tin Zinc Solder
    This solder is primarily used for soldering Aluminum to Aluminum or Copper usually where lower soldering temperature than Zinc-Aluminum solders is required. It is used extensively in spray wire from for capacitors and other electronic parts and also has a high tensile strength.
    Forms:
    • 1/4" LB. Capping Bar
    • 2-8 Ingot
    • 2MM Dia. (.078" - .079") Wire
    Belmont Product Code 7702
    Nominal Composition:
    • 70% Sn
    • 30% Zn
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    158-165 Degree F Low Melting Alloy Wire
    158-165 Degree F Low Melting Alloy Wire
    This is a Bismuth based non-eutectic alloy commonly used as a low-melting solder and also to make custom shaped blocks. It is also used to make metal inlays in wood and also useful for repairing antiques as the low melting temperature of Wood's metal makes it unlikely this will harm the original piece.
    Forms:
    • 1/4" Dia. Solid Wire
    • 1/8" Dia Solid Wire
    Belmont Product Code 2502DS1C
    Nominal Composition:
    • 12.5% Sn
    • 25% Pb
    • 50% Bi
    • 12.5% Cd
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    Lead Silver Solder Alloy
    Lead Silver Solder Alloy
    Lead Silver solders such as this have physical properties - tensile, creep, and shear strength - which are good to 350 Deg. F. Fatigue properties are also better than the non silver solder alloys.
    Forms:
    • .063 Dia. Solid Wire
    • 5Lb. Spools
    • Capping Bars
    Belmont Product Code 5951DS1C
    Nominal Composition:
    • 60% Sn
    • 40% Pb
    • 5.5% Ag
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    50/50 Tin Lead Solder Alloy
    50/50 Tin Lead Solder Alloy
    Solders such as this can be used to join copper and most copper alloys, lead, nickel alloys and steel. This general purpose solder has a wide melting range used for automotive, radiator, gutter repair and electrical applications. Can also be offer in various wire diameters as well.
    Forms:
    • Regular Bar
    • Capping Bar
    Belmont Product Code 75012
    Nominal Composition:
    • 50% Sn
    • 49.65% Pb
    • Bal
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    60/40 Tin Lead Solder Wire
    60/40 Tin Lead Solder Wire
    Tin-Lead solders is the largest single group and the most widely used of the soldering alloys . Tin-Lead solders are compatible for use with all types of base metal cleaners, fluxes, and heating methods. 60/40 Tin Lead solder, almost the eutectic is particularly adaptable to delicate work or when soldering temperature may be critical. This particular item comes in 1/16" Diameter and can also be offered in other sizes as well. This is also a quick setting solder for fine electrical and tinsmith work.
    Forms:
    • 1/16" Dia. Solid Wire
    Belmont Product Code 76001DSC
    Nominal Composition:
    • 60% Sn
    • 40% Pb
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    60/40 Tin Lead Alloy
    60/40 Tin Lead Alloy
    Tin-Lead solders is the largest single group and the most widely used of the soldering alloys . Tin-Lead solders are compatible for use with all types of base metal cleaners, fluxes, and heating methods. 60/40 Tin Lead solder, almost the eutectic is particularly adaptable to delicate work or when soldering temperature may be critical. This particular item is a soldering bar weighing approx. 1 Lb. with dimensions of approx. 3/4" wide x 1/4" thick x 14" long.
    Forms:
    • 1" Pcs.
    • 1/8" & Down Shot
    • Capping Bars
    • Regular Bar
    Belmont Product Code 76015
    Nominal Composition:
    • 60% Sn
    • 40% Pb
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    CAST Metal, 281-338 F, 138-170 C Low Melting Alloy
    CAST Metal, 281-338 F, 138-170 C Low Melting Alloy
    This is a Tin based non-eutectic low melting alloy . The principle uses of this alloy are in applications similar to investment casting in which it substitutes for the so called " lost wax " pattern dies. It's other applications also include proof casting and sealing or soldering in low-temperature applications.    
    Forms:
    • Cakes
    • Slug
    Belmont Product Code 2405
    Nominal Composition:
    • 40% Bi
    • 60% Sn
    Technical Info:
    • Melting Point - Solidus 281 F, 138 C
    • Melting Point - Liquidus 338 F, 170 C
    • Short-Term Tensile Strength lbs/sq.in. 8000
    • Yield Temperature 302
    • Weight lbs/cu.in 0.296
    • Brinnell Hardness No. (500 kg) 22
    • Growth/Shrinkage - Time after Casting: after 2 mi.: -0.0001
    • after 1 hour: -0.0001
    • after 24 hrs: -0.0001
    • after 500 hrs: -0.0001
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    BASE Metal, 255 F, 124 C Low Melting Alloy
    BASE Metal, 255 F, 124 C Low Melting Alloy
    This is a Bismuth based Eutectic low melting alloy used very often to bend tubes and rolled or extruded shapes. This alloy which is normally used for tubes greater than 2-1/2" Diameter allows them to be bent or formed to the desired shape without any kinks. With out using this material the tubes or shapes may kink or bend irregularly. It can also be used for work-holding, fusible safety devices and low temperature soldering.
    Forms:
    • Cakes
    • 1/4# Capping Bar
    • 1/8" Dia Solid Wire
    • 10-20 Mesh
    • 1-1/2 Lb. Regular Bars
    • 40 Lb. Pigs
    Belmont Product Code 2562
    Nominal Composition:
    • 55.5% Bi
    • 44.5% Pb
    Technical Info:
    • Melting Point - Solidus 255 F, 124 C
    • Melting Point - Liquidus 255 F, 124 C
    • Short-Term Tensile Strength lbs/sq.in. 6400
    • Yield Temperature 255
    • Weight lbs/cu.in 0.38
    • Brinnell Hardness No. (500 kg) 10.2
    • Growth/Shrinkage - Time after Casting: after 2 mi.: -0.0008
    • after 1 hour: -0.0008
    • after 24 hrs: 0.0008
    • after 500 hrs: 0.0022
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    MATRIX Metal, 218-440 F, 103-227 C Low Melting Alloy
    MATRIX Metal, 218-440 F, 103-227 C Low Melting Alloy
    This is a Bismuth based non-eutectic alloy used originally for making punch dies. It is now also used to make a wide variety of plates, chuck jaws and other holding devices for machine shops and manufacturing operations.
    Forms:
    • Cakes
    Belmont Product Code 2481
    Nominal Composition:
    • 48% Bi
    • 28.5% Pb
    • 14.5% Sn
    • 9% Sb
    Technical Info:
    • Melting Point - Solidus 218 F, 103 C
    • Melting Point - Liquidus 440 F, 227 C
    • Short-Term Tensile Strength lbs/sq.in. 13000
    • Yield Temperature 240
    • Weight lbs/cu.in 0.343
    • Brinnell Hardness No. (500 kg) 19
    • Growth/Shrinkage - Time after Casting: after 2 mi.: 0.0008
    • after 1 hour: 0.0048
    • after 24 hrs: 0.0051
    • after 500 hrs: 0.0061
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    ROSE Metal, 203-239 F, 95-119 C Low Melting Alloy
    ROSE Metal, 203-239 F, 95-119 C Low Melting Alloy
    This is Bismuth based non-eutectic alloy which does not contract upon cooling. It is mainly used as a solder but also as a heat transfer medium. Another application for this material is to serve as a valve element in automatic fire sprinklers. The valve, having a low melting point, melts in fire and provides water to stop the fire from spreading.
    Forms:
    • 2 lb Cakes Even Weight
    • 1/8" x 18" Cast Strips
    • 1/16", 1/32" Dia. Solid Wire
    • Approx. 1/2" x 6" x 12" Broken Slabs
    Belmont Product Code 2503
    Nominal Composition:
    • 50% Bi
    • 25% Pb
    • 25% Sn
    Technical Info:
    • Melting Point - Solidus 203 F, 95 C
    • Melting Point - Liquidus 239 F, 115 C
    • Short-Term Tensile Strength lbs/sq.in. 6200
    • Yield Temperature 203
    • Weight lbs/cu.in 0.3365
    • Brinnell Hardness No. (500 kg) 9.5
    • Growth/Shrinkage - Time after Casting: after 2 mi.: -0.0001
    • after 1 hour: 0.0045
    • after 24 hrs: 0.0052
    • after 500 hrs: 0.006
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    MELLOTTES Metal, 203 F, 95 C Low Melting Alloy
    MELLOTTES Metal, 203 F, 95 C Low Melting Alloy
    This is a Bismuth based eutectic alloy which finds uses in shielding during medical radiation treatments and is also a cadmium-free solution for radiation therapy. This material also has a rapid growth of up to .0061 after casting. It has also been used as anchoring material and for designing fusible links.
    Forms:
    • Cakes
    • 1/8", 1/32" Dia. Solid Wire
    • Irregular Shot
    • Pigs
    Belmont Product Code 2531
    Nominal Composition:
    • 52.5% Bi
    • 32% Pb
    • 15.5% Sn
    Technical Info:
    • Melting Point - Solidus 203 F, 95 C
    • Melting Point - Liquidus 203 F, 95 C
    • Short-Term Tensile Strength lbs/sq.in. 6100
    • Yield Temperature 203
    • Weight lbs/cu.in 0.35
    • Brinnell Hardness No. (500 kg) 9
    • Growth/Shrinkage - Time after Casting: after 2 mi.: -0.0002
    • after 1 hour: 0.0055
    • after 24 hrs: 0.0057
    • after 500 hrs: 0.0061
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    SAFE Metal, 160-190 F 71-88 C Low Melting Alloy
    SAFE Metal, 160-190 F 71-88 C Low Melting Alloy
    This is a Bismuth based non-eutectic alloy which has unique properties of shrinking immediately upon solidification and growing back to zero in 1 hour, followed by additional growth. This shrinkage-growth makes it an ideal alloy for proof casting and precision measurement of internal dimensions.  
    Forms:
    • 2 lb Cakes
    Belmont Product Code 2431
    Nominal Composition:
    • 42.5% Bi
    • 37.7% Pb
    • 11.3% Sn
    • 8.5% Cd
    Technical Info:
    • Melting Point - Solidus 160 F, 71 C
    • Melting Point - Liquidus 190 F, 88 C
    • Short-Term Tensile Strength lbs/sq.in. 5400
    • Yield Temperature 162.5
    • Weight lbs/cu.in 0.341
    • Brinnell Hardness No. (500 kg) 9
    • Growth/Shrinkage - Time after Casting: after 2 mi.: -0.0004
    • after 1 hour: 0
    • after 24 hrs: 0.0022
    • after 500 hrs: 0.0025
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    WOODS Metal, 158-169 F, 70-76 C Low Melting Alloy
    WOODS Metal, 158-169 F, 70-76 C Low Melting Alloy
    This is a Bismuth based non-eutectic alloy commonly used as a low-melting solder and also to make custom shaped blocks. It is also used to make metal inlays in wood and also useful for repairing antiques as the low melting temperature of Wood's metal makes it unlikely this will harm the original piece.
    Forms:
    • Capping Bars
    • Cakes
    • 1/4" Dia. Solid Wire
    • 1/8" Dia Solid Wire
    Belmont Product Code 2502
    Nominal Composition:
    • 50% Bi
    • 25% Pb
    • 12.5% Sn
    • 12.5% Cd
    Technical Info:
    • Melting Point - Solidus 158 F, 70 C
    • Melting Point - Liquidus 169 F, 76 C
    • Short-Term Tensile Strength lbs/sq.in. 6100
    • Yield Temperature 158
    • Weight lbs/cu.in 0.347
    • Brinnell Hardness No. (500 kg) 9.3
    • Growth/Shrinkage - Time after Casting: after 2 mi.: -0.0001
    • after 1 hour: 0.0002
    • after 24 hrs: 0.0031
    • after 500 hrs: 0.0035
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    99.99% Bismuth Metal
    99.99% Bismuth Metal
    Bismuth is a white, brittle metal with a slight pink color and is typically recovered as a by-product of lead and copper. It is commonly used as an alloying element for various low melting alloys where it is mixed with other metals such as Lead, Tin, or Cadmium. It is also used as well for a lead substitute in other materials. The Ingots are our largest size available and have a purity of 99.99% and often serve as grain refiner in the foundry industry as well. Our regular bars can be used in solder applications as a replacement for Lead since it is non-toxic. Our 1/8" & down shot product allows you to make smaller additions during your casting process and has a purity of 99.9%.
    Forms:
    • Slabs
    • #6 Small Shot Approx. 1/8" and Down
    • Regular Bar 1/2" X 7/8" X 13"
    Belmont Product Code 2001
    Nominal Composition:
    • 99.99% Bi
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    99.9% Bismuth Metal
    99.9% Bismuth Metal
    Bismuth is a white, brittle metal with a slight pink color and is typically recovered as a by-product of lead and copper. It is commonly used as an alloying element for various low melting alloys where it is mixed with other metals such as Lead, Tin, or Cadmium. It is also used as well for a lead substitute in other materials. The Needles allow you to have more surface area and pack very tight when melting. They have a purity of 99.9%.
    Forms:
    • Needles
    Belmont Product Code 2002
    Nominal Composition:
    • 99.9% Bi
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    117 F, 47 C Low Melting Alloy
    117 F, 47 C Low Melting Alloy
    This is a Bismuth based Eutectic low melting alloy used for tooling and production aids. It provides you with easily castable material that is ready for use as soon as it freezes. This alloy can be recovered easily and recycled into new uses a number of times. It is mainly used in the optical industry for lens blocking when grinding glass, plastic lenses and optical components. It's low melting point allows it not to distort the glass or plastic which it supports. Also can be used for proof casting as well.
    Forms:
    • 2 lb Cake Even Weight
    Belmont Product Code 2451
    Nominal Composition:
    • 44.7% Bi
    • 5.3% Cd
    • 22.6% Pb
    • 19.1% In
    • 8.3% Sn
    Technical Info:
    • Melting Point - Solidus 117 F, 47 C
    • Melting Point - Liquidus 117 F, 47 C
    • Short-Term Tensile Strength lbs/sq.in. 5400
    • Yield Temperature 117
    • Weight lbs/cu.in 0.32
    • Brinnell Hardness No. (500 kg) 12
    • Growth/Shrinkage - Time after Casting: after 2 mi.: 0.0005
    • after 1 hour: -0.0001
    • after 24 hrs: -0.0002
    • after 500 hrs: -0.0002
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    136 F, 58 C Low Melting Alloy
    136 F, 58 C Low Melting Alloy
    This is a Bismuth based Eutectic low melting alloy used for tooling and production aids. It provides you with easily castable material that is ready for use as soon as it freezes. This alloy can be recovered easily and recycled into new uses a number of times. It is mainly used in the optical industry for lens blocking when grinding glass, plastic lenses and optical components. It's low meeting point allows it not to distort the glass or plastic which it supports, Also can be used for proof casting as well. In comparison to its 117 Deg F. counterpart this alloy does not contain Cadmium.
    Forms:
    • 2 Lb. Cake Even Weight
    • 1/8" Dia Solid Wire
    • Capping Bars
    Belmont Product Code 2491
    Nominal Composition:
    • 49% Bi
    • 18% Pb
    • 21% In
    • 12% Sn
    Technical Info:
    • Melting Point - Solidus 136 F, 58 C
    • Melting Point - Liquidus 136 F, 58 C
    • Short-Term Tensile Strength lbs/sq.in. 6300
    • Yield Temperature 136
    • Weight lbs/cu.in 0.31
    • Brinnell Hardness No. (500 kg) 14
    • Growth/Shrinkage - Time after Casting: after 2 mi.: 0.0003
    • after 1 hour: 0
    • after 24 hrs: -0.0002
    • after 500 hrs: -0.0002
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    BEND Metal, 158 F, 70 C Low Melting Alloy
    BEND Metal, 158 F, 70 C Low Melting Alloy
    This is a Bismuth based Eutectic low melting alloy used very often to bend tubes and rolled or extruded shapes. This alloy which is normally used for tubes up to 2-1/2" Diameter allows them to be bent or formed to the desired shape without any kinks. Without using this material the tubes or shapes may kink or bend irregularly. It can also be used for work-holding, fusible safety devices and low temperature soldering.
    Forms:
    • Cakes
    • Capping Bars
    • 1/8" & Down Shot
    • .05", 1/8", 3/32" Dia Solid Wire
    • 1/8" x 18" Cast Strips
    Belmont Product Code 2505
    Nominal Composition:
    • 50% Bi
    • 10% Cd
    • 26.7% Pb
    • 13.3% Sn
    Technical Info:
    • Melting Point - Solidus 158 F, 70 C
    • Melting Point - Liquidus 158 F, 70 C
    • Short-Term Tensile Strength lbs/sq.in. 5990
    • Yield Temperature 158
    • Weight lbs/cu.in 0.339
    • Brinnell Hardness No. (500 kg) 9.2
    • Growth/Shrinkage - Time after Casting: after 2 mi.: 0.0025
    • after 1 hour: 0.0051
    • after 24 hrs: 0.0051
    • after 500 hrs: 0.0057
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    TRU Alloy, 281 F, 138 C Eutectic Low Melting Alloy
    TRU Alloy, 281 F, 138 C Eutectic Low Melting Alloy
    This is a Bismuth based Eutectic low melting alloy whose main attribute is the minimal volume change between its liquid and solid state. This is the highest melting point of the bismuth-base alloys commonly used in the industry and provides an easily castable material ready for use soon after it freezes. It is used primarily for holding parts such as jet engine blades for machining and also for foundry patterns and fusible elements in safety devices.
    Forms:
    • Cakes
    • .063" Dia. Solid Wire on 1 Lb. Spools
    • 1/8" x 18" Cast Strips
    • 1/8" X Down Shot
    • 30 Lb. Pigs
    • 5 lb. Ingot
    Belmont Product Code 2581
    Nominal Composition:
    • 58% Bi
    • 42% Sn
    Technical Info:
    • Melting Point - Solidus 281 F, 138 C
    • Melting Point - Liquidus 281 F, 138 C
    • Short-Term Tensile Strength lbs/sq.in. 8000
    • Yield Temperature 281
    • Weight lbs/cu.in 0.315
    • Brinnell Hardness No. (500 kg) 22
    • Growth/Shrinkage - Time after Casting: after 2 mi.: 0.0007
    • after 1 hour: 0.0006
    • after 24 hrs: 0.0005
    • after 500 hrs: 0.0005
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    60% Bismuth 40% Cadmium Alloy
    60% Bismuth 40% Cadmium Alloy
    This material is used for soldering applications primarily in electronic circuit boards and various high voltage or high power applications. Consisting of 60% Bismuth and 40% Cadmium the shape of the bars are approx. 1/4' x 1/4" x 14" long.
    Forms:
    • 1/4" Capping Bar
    Belmont Product Code 2601
    Nominal Composition:
    • 60% Bi
    • 40% Cd
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    99.9% Bismuth Powder
    99.9% Bismuth Powder
    Bismuth is a white, brittle metal with a slight pink color and is typically recovered as a by-product of lead and copper. It is commonly used as an alloying element for various low melting alloys where it is mixed with other metals such as Lead, Tin, or Cadmium. It is also used as well for a lead substitute in other materials. Our Powder is the finest form that we offer and has become increasingly popular as a substitute for Lead when producing Radiation Shielding Blankets. The powder has a purity of 99%.
    Forms:
    • 100 Mesh Powder
    Belmont Product Code 2003
    Nominal Composition:
    • 99% Bi