Fusible Alloy

Item Name Code (INC) 16097

Nonferrous Base Metal Refinery and Intermediate Forms: Federal Supply Class: FSC 9650; NATO Supply Classification Class: NSC 9650
Ores, Minerals, and Their Primary Products: Federal Supply Group: FSG 96; NATO Supply Classification Group: NSG 96
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An alloy of more than two metals consisting generally of mixtures of bismuth, lead, tin and cadmium, having a melting point below the boiling point of water, used in the production of boiler plugs, for soldering soft metals, for tube bending, for casting patterns and ornamental articles.

Additional Information for Fusible Alloy

Fusible alloys are a type of alloy that have a low melting point, making them easily melted and used for various applications. They are typically composed of a combination of different metals, such as tin, lead, bismuth, cadmium, and indium.

In the supply class Nonferrous Base Metal Refinery And Intermediate Forms, fusible alloys are categorized as a type of intermediate form. This means that they are produced during the refining process of nonferrous base metals, which are metals that do not contain iron as their primary component.

Fusible alloys are commonly used in industries such as electronics, automotive, and aerospace. Their low melting point allows them to be used for soldering, brazing, and as thermal fuses. They are also used in casting, as they can be easily poured into molds and have good flowability.

Overall, fusible alloys are versatile materials that find applications in various industries due to their low melting point and unique properties.