cadman Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 How many of you guys who pour, have poured the last cavity next to the mold hinge, and had lead overflow into the hinge area. So, my next question to everyone is, what do you do to get the lead out of the hinge area. Well I finally found a solution that works for me 100% all the time, no questions asked. I use cloth glass tape for some of my painting processes. So I took this tape, cut a small piece, and stuck it on the mold half that opens, just in front of the last cavity, and over the hinge and pivot. Every time I pour now, if the lead overflows, it goes on top of the tape and falls off. Then when I open the two mold halves to take out my newly poured jigs, the tape still sticks to the original half I put it on. Take the jigs out, close the mold and you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish devil Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 I sprayed my molds with boron nitride 2 years ago. I sprayed the hinges and a very light coat on the cavities. I haven't had any lead stick yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted November 13, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 I sprayed my molds with boron nitride 2 years ago. I sprayed the hinges and a very light coat on the cavities. I haven't had any lead stick yet. You have no lead stick to the top at all? That's very interesting. Where do you buy this stuff at? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish devil Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 I had my local granger order it for me. The one I use is made by CRC I have no lead stick anywhere. I coated the entire mold, inside and out. Google it, you will see its used for high temp mold release as well as a lube. I think its used for molten steel applications. BTW read the MSDS on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LedHed Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 McMaster - prt# - 10515K35 Ain't cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish devil Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 No it wasn't but it goes a long way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish devil Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 I am willing to video how it works but I will not be able to get to it for a month or so. I just got a Ti plate screwed into my cervical spine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted November 13, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 Spoke to some people at work, and we use it here. I was told that all parts have to be cleaned or degreased, before paint is applied. Is that true? If it is, than it's another step in my process. May not be worth it then, my tape idea seems to be a cheap fix. Thanx for the info guys. Maybe some other members will have other solutions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish devil Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 I pour my jigs and then powder paint them in my fluid bed. Never cleaned them before painting and never had a problem with the paint. PM me your mailing addy and I will send you some jigs that have been painted so you can test the paint adhesion. here is a jig http://www.tackleunderground.com/photos/index.php?n=226 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelly Posted November 16, 2007 Report Share Posted November 16, 2007 I just melt it off with a propane torch or set the mold on top of the pot. But the tape stops the problem from ever happening. So I think you have a very cost effective and faster solution to the problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted November 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2007 I just melt it off with a propane torch or set the mold on top of the pot. But the tape stops the problem from ever happening. So I think you have a very cost effective and faster solution to the problem. Kelly, it has worked for me over and over. Plus it's easy to work with. I was just looking for some new ideas. Thanks for all the input guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
