Author Topic: Identifying Tin? (Read 1320 times)

Robert · « **on:** February 09, 2005, 07:28:19 AM »

Is there a way to positively identify Tin? I have a few items that I have traded for and gotten locally as lead, that I suspect could be tin or have high tin content. How do I tell the difference between Tin, Lead, or Lead with high Tin content?

LAH · « **Reply #1 on:** February 09, 2005, 07:41:31 AM »

I've wondered the same. Perhaps a chemical test of some kind?

reallybigfoot · « **Reply #2 on:** February 09, 2005, 10:30:21 AM »

I,ve used weight to QUESS at the percent lead. I assume the rest to be tin and Antimony.

dozer · « **Reply #3 on:** February 09, 2005, 12:20:38 PM »

When cast in long thin bars, like bar solder, it will "crackle" when bent.
Doz

LAH · « **Reply #4 on:** February 10, 2005, 07:45:25 AM »

Quote from: dozer

When cast in long thin bars, like bar solder, it will "crackle" when bent.
Doz

Good point dozer, it sure does.

Robert · « **Reply #5 on:** February 10, 2005, 03:47:31 PM »

Ok....I checked what I thought could be Tin and it dosen't 'Cry' or 'Crackle'....so where can I purchase a small amount of Tin at a reasonable price? Would there be any kind of stores that would normally carry it for hobby uses or something so I can get it local and avoid shipping? If not...where can I order it?

LAH · « **Reply #6 on:** February 10, 2005, 03:57:36 PM »

You can buy 50/50 solder. It's half tin. There's also lead free and various mixtures. Try the hardware or auto supply store. The last bulk, virgin tin Dry Creek purchased was around 7.00 per pound.