This is a continuing thread from the CAS BP forum. I was stating that sometimes I need to pour out the lead from my pot (clean the bottom, quicker to cast ingots, etc). Said I would finish the thought over here.
Pick up the pot when it's cool (and full) to see just how heavy it is. I find that I do well when my pot is 1/2 full/empty--this is around 10# of Pb. Unplug so you don't have the cord to worry about (and don't pour the lead over the cord :lol:)
Use very heavy gloves (the pot will get very hot very quickly and there is nothing worse when you are halfway and you can't hold it anymore. Wear long pants and heavy shoes/boots, a heavy long-sleeved shirt. If some Pb splashes it will not burn as badly.
A face shield is a nice touch.
Have the ingot molds in place and I put them up off the table top to keep from burning it. A couple of blocks of wood work here. Be sure they won't move or tip as they are filled.
Have MORE molds than you think you will need.
Plan your pour before you start. Try to have the rim of the pot just a inch or two from the mold to prevent splashing.
Pour slowly and with a steady hand.
Let the molds cool--this takes some time as the mass of the lead will retain heat for a long time.
Let the pot cool before working on it.
If you are unsure have less Pb in the pot and start out with a lb or two.
Disclaimer: Remember you are resonsible for your own actions and decisions so determine if this is something you can reasonably and safely do based on your skills. (Just remember I'm the one that also tumbles my loaded rounds to get the sizing lube off so I'm probably not the safest pard on the range :wink: )
