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  1. 04-15-2024, 07:59 AM #1
    gns4me
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    Testing of unknown alloys

    Where can I get my alloy/raw ingots tested? Does anybody know? I am looking to see what the composition really is. Lead , Tin , Antimony , etc .
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  2. 04-15-2024, 08:19 AM #2
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    They sell bullet hardness testers fairly cheap. They have charts online that give the different alloys hardnesses so you go through and test them and can get a good idea of what they are and what they need.
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    Hardness won't give you the alloy content.

    I know we've had a few folks here that have a way to test an alloy.

    And also,, some scrap yards have a way to test an alloy.
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    See https://castboolits.gunloads.com/sho...=1#post5709226

    There are likely other testing options/suggestions others here might have.
    But ATS is the sine qua non/cat's meow.
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    does it really matter what the alloy is as long as it shoots well and doesn't lead the barrel?
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  7. 04-16-2024, 12:11 PM #7
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    Thank you for your guidance and responses. When i get done with the next couple of batches I will start to get them analysed.
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