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Pure Tin (99.9%)bullet Casting Metal - Pure Tin Casting Metal, 1 Lb
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SKU: 080001508
Overview
This pure tin casting metal is intended for shooters and reloaders who want a simple way to build or adjust casting alloys. It comes in roughly 1/2-inch pieces, with about 1 pound per bag, and is described as melting easily for use in custom alloy mixes. It can also be added to lead to increase hardness, with the provided guideline of about 0.3 Brinell hardness for each 1% of tin added. Sold by the bag, it is a straightforward option for controlled alloy work where consistent material selection matters.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
99.9% Pure
Tin for bullet casting applications
About 1
Pound per bag for convenient
Tin Pieces
Are roughly 1/2 inch long
Useful Custom
Casting alloys or blending with
Can Be
Lead to increase hardness
Key Features
- Pure tin bullet casting metal, 99.9% pure
- Approximately 1 pound of tin per bag
- Tin pieces are roughly 1/2 inch long and 1/2 inch in diameter
- Melts easily for bullet casting applications
- Suitable for custom casting alloys or mixing with other alloys
- Sold by the bag; weights are approximate
Best Used For
- Handloaders mixing custom casting alloys for controlled hardness adjustments
- Shooters needing pure tin for small-batch bullet casting projects
- Reloaders who want an easy-to-melt additive for lead alloy tuning
- Users buying a one-pound bag for bench-top casting and alloy experimentation
Specifications
| Alloy Use | great for making custom casting alloys or mixing with other alloys to increase hardness |
|---|---|
| Country Of Origin | Brownells |
| Hardness Note | For every 1% of tin added to lead, expect a Brinell hardness of 0.3 |
| Material | Pure Tin (99.9%) |
| Melting Characteristic | Tin melts easily |
| Piece Dimensions | roughly 1/2 inch long, 1/2 inch diameter |
| Sold By | bag |
| Use | bullet casting metal |
| Weight | about 1 pound per bag |
Pros
- 99.9% pure tin for bullet casting applications
- About 1 pound per bag for convenient handling
- Tin pieces are roughly 1/2 inch long and 1/2 inch in diameter
- Useful for custom casting alloys or blending with other alloys
- Can be mixed with lead to increase hardness
- Melts easily for straightforward alloy preparation
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Sold by the bag, and the listed 1 lb weight is approximate rather than exact.
- This is pure tin intended for alloying or casting use, so it is not a finished bullet material by itself.
- The product is supplied as small pieces, which may require additional handling and measuring when blending alloys.
- Its stated use is to increase hardness in custom casting alloys, so it is best suited to users already working with lead/tin mixtures.
Suggested Comparisons
- Bullet casting supplies
- Lead alloy additives
- Reloading components
- Metal casting materials
Suggested Accessories
- Casting alloy components
- Lead alloy additives
- Bullet casting supplies
- Melting pot accessories
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this product used for?
Brownells Pure Tin Bullet Casting Metal is intended for bullet casting and for mixing with other alloys to create custom casting alloys.
How much tin comes in one bag?
The product is sold by the bag and contains about 1 pound of tin. The listed weight is approximate.
What are the tin pieces like?
The tin pieces are described as roughly 1/2 inch long and 1/2 inch in diameter.
Can this tin be mixed with lead?
Yes. The description says it can be mixed with other alloys, including lead, to increase hardness.
Does the product provide a hardness specification?
The description gives a rule of thumb: for every 1% of tin added to lead, you can expect a Brinell hardness of 0.3. No other hardness data is provided.