At 07:37 PM 6/7/01 -0300, you wrote:
>>Wood's metal probably. But it would not work unless it is heated to the
>>solder temperature first so it gets a chance to alloy with the remaining
>>solder.
>
>        For the brazilian ones, what is wood's metal? Certainly not made
of wood :o)

General
Synonyms: Wood's alloy.
Molecular formula: [An alloy with composition approximately 50% bismuth,
25% lead, 12.5% tin and 12.5% cadmium.]
CAS No:
EINECS No:
Physical data
Appearance: silver grey alloy
Melting point: 65.5 C

Toxicology
Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Skin and eye
irritant.

I wouldn't suggest sucking on a  piece of it. ;-)

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