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58ºC

This is the same as Lens alloy 117, but has a eutectic melting point of 58ºC, and is Cadmium free but has a slightly higher Indium content making it a little more expensive.
Data
Melting Point: Eutectic 58ºC
Weight lb/in3: Approx 0.30
Brinell Hardness: Approx 14.0
Growth After Casting: (Shrinkage) Approx 0.0002" Per inch
Uses
Holding glass lenses during grinding operations.
Proof casting where low temperatures are necessary.
Fusible mandrels.
Fuses for safety devices.
This material is available in the following forms
1.5 Kilo ingots.

Other sizes on request

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