Woods Metal (Bi/Pb/Cd/Sn)

Goodfellow provides premium-quality Wood's Metal for advanced applications in research and industry. This low-melting-point alloy, composed of bismuth, lead, tin, and cadmium, is valued for its ability to melt at temperatures below boiling water. Wood's Metal is widely used in industries such as safety systems, prototyping, and precision casting. In safety systems, it is utilized in fire sprinkler mechanisms and thermal fuses due to its precise melting point. Prototyping applications leverage Wood's Metal for creating temporary molds or fixtures that can be easily removed after use. In precision casting, it is used for intricate parts requiring dimensional accuracy. Emerging technologies benefiting from Wood's Metal include advanced thermal control systems for electronics and novel 3D printing techniques using low-temperature alloys. Goodfellow's provision of Wood's Metal supports ongoing research into fusible materials for safety and manufacturing applications. Its unique melting properties ensure its continued importance in both scientific research and industrial contexts where precise thermal control is essential.