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  1. 04-12-2008, 07:16 AM #1
    sav300
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    Lead cores

    If I make a thick cylinder with a small hole in the base ie .200 and make a piston to suit,can I use it on a hydraulic press to make lead cores?
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  2. 04-12-2008, 11:43 AM #2
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    Yes you certainly can. That is how lead wire is made.

    Be sure to give the hole a good lead, and a bit of taper to the exit. Make the piston fit close, a running fit will do fine.

    The extruded lead can get hot if you move it quickly, so be careful handling the output. Heating the cylinder & base stock to about 100c will reduce the pressure required to extrude...

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  3. 04-14-2008, 08:55 AM #3
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    It is also a VERY GOOD IDEA to lubricte your lead. I used to buy .550 diameter lead wire that was "lubed" with some type of heavy oil.
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  4. 04-14-2008, 08:57 AM #4
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    bohica2xo,
    Thanks for the assistance with the idea.Will try within a week if possible.
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  5. 04-14-2008, 08:58 AM #5
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    Southron Sanders,welcome and yes lube will help !
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