R98 Casting Pewter Alloy – 98% Tin / 1.5% Bismuth / 0.5% Copper
Lead-Free Casting Pewter | Approximately 1 lb Ingot | Fine-Detail Casting Alloy
Rock Shot Products R98 Casting Pewter Alloy is a high-tin, lead-free casting alloy formulated for mold filling and reproduction of fine detail in a variety of casting applications.
The nominal composition is approximately 98% tin, 1.5% bismuth, and 0.5% copper, providing a ready-to-melt tin-rich alloy for decorative castings, figurines, miniatures, prototypes, components, and other applications where detail reproduction is important.
Each unit is one approximately 1-pound cast ingot, providing a convenient size for handling, weighing, storage, and remelting.
Product Specifications
Alloy: R98 Casting Pewter Alloy
Tin (Sn): Approximately 98%
Bismuth (Bi): Approximately 1.5%
Copper (Cu): Approximately 0.5%
Lead Content: Lead-Free
Form: Solid Cast Ingot
Approximate Weight Per Ingot: 1 lb
Sold By: Individual Ingot
Minimum Purchase: 1 Ingot
Approximate Melting Range: 466°F–590°F
Primary Use: Fine-detail and general pewter casting
Origin: Made in the USA
Composition and melting temperatures are nominal. Individual ingot weight, dimensions, and appearance may vary slightly due to the casting process.
Why Choose R98 Casting Pewter?
R98 combines a 98% tin base with approximately 1.5% bismuth and 0.5% copper to produce a specialty lead-free pewter alloy intended for casting applications.
For casters, the premixed composition provides a convenient alternative to separately weighing and alloying tin, bismuth, and copper for each batch.
Simply melt the amount needed for the project while maintaining the established R98 alloy composition.
Designed for Fine-Detail Casting
R98 is particularly useful for applications where mold filling and reproduction of smaller features are important.
Common applications include:
- Fine-detail castings
- Figurines and miniatures
- Jewelry and decorative components
- Medallions and ornaments
- Prototype parts
- Small cast components
- Hobby and craft casting
- Custom metal casting projects
Actual casting results depend on mold material, mold temperature, metal temperature, part geometry, pouring technique, equipment, and other process conditions.
Convenient 1 lb Ingot Format
Rock Shot Products supplies R98 Casting Pewter Alloy in approximately 1-pound cast ingots.
The smaller ingot format provides several practical advantages:
- Easy to handle and weigh
- Convenient to stack and store
- Simple to add to common melting pots
- Better control over batch size
- Allows smaller quantities to be melted as needed
- Convenient for both individual projects and larger production runs
Rather than requiring a large individual bar or ingot, the approximately 1-pound format makes it easy to select the amount of metal needed for a particular casting batch.
How Quantity Works
This product is priced and sold by the approximately 1-pound ingot. There is no multi-ingot minimum.
Quantity 1 = approximately 1 lb
Quantity 5 = approximately 5 lb
Quantity 10 = approximately 10 lb
The Rock Shot Price shown above is for one approximately 1-pound ingot.
Individual ingot weights may vary slightly due to the casting process.
Melting & Casting
R98 Casting Pewter Alloy has an approximate melting range of 466°F–590°F.
Actual working and pouring temperatures should be selected according to the mold material, casting size, part geometry, equipment, and process being used. Avoid unnecessary overheating and use appropriate temperature-control equipment when possible.
Molds and casting equipment should be properly prepared for the specific casting process and material being used.
Need Larger Quantities?
Rock Shot Products supplies pewter alloys, casting metals, solder bars, specialty metals, and hard-to-find alloys for individual, commercial, and industrial customers.
If you require larger quantities or recurring supply, contact us for volume pricing and availability.
Rock Shot Products
Rock Shot Products supplies casting alloys, pewter alloys, solder bars, specialty metals, and hard-to-find materials for commercial, industrial, and individual customers.
Made in the USA.
Safety Notice: Use appropriate ventilation and personal protective equipment when melting or casting metal. Avoid inhaling metal fumes or dust, and follow applicable workplace, environmental, and safety requirements.
