Lead Tape Application

Lead Tape Application:

Application in cold (minus 10 degree C) or damp conditions is not recommended.

1. The glass must be thoroughly clean and dry-avoid glass cleaning agents that may contain silicone or Glycol Ethers, etc.

Rinse and drying stages of mechanical glass washing machines must be effective in removing moisture, cutting oils, detergent residues and all traces of chemical additives.

Note:

Residual chemicals and trace salts can impair adhesion and cause adverse discoloration of lead, both inside and outside the cavity. Felt Tip Pen and Chinagraph Pencil marks should also be removed prior to lead application.

2. Remove sufficient lead from the roll and smooth between finger and thumb, before removing backing paper, do not stretch the lead.

3. Place in appropriate position and apply finger pressure to the lead as you follow the required design.

4. Secure onto the glass using a suitable profiled "Boning Tool"-applying a firm pressure, first run the tool along the full length of the lead strip. Then using the profiled end (oval lead only) again follow the full length of the strip; this ensures the outer edges of the profile make good surface contact. Finally using the pointed end and angling the tool to the lead edge, run the tool along both outer edges, sealing lead to glass. Joints are treated in the same manner. It is recommended that the flat lead is applied aroung the border to cover "cut ends".

5. Butt joint are not recommended, wherever possible ends should be "tucked" under a solid strip of lead, alternatively joints can be soldered.

6. Care should be exercised when marking out designs to allow sealants and spacer tube to be in full contact with the glass.

7. Important: When glazing leaded panels, it is essential that the lead does not interfere with the filt of gaskets, beads and or glazing materials. The ordering and manufacture should be designed so that gaskets, beads and glazing materials filt outside the perimeter lead.

For an authentic appearance lead both sides of the glass.

Heath and Safety

Clean, dust free metallic lead (P.B.) is stable at room temperatures; therefore no hazard is likely to occur. However, basic handling precautions should be observed. Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where lead is used. Personal hygiene and good housekeeping are important. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling lead (protective clothing is recommended, where prolonged use is likely). Areas where lead is used should be cleaned daily.

First Aid-Cuts and abrasions: clean and apply sterile dressing; seek medical aid if necessary.

Further information is given in the approved code of practice for The Conrol of Lead at Work, available from H.M.S.O or government book shops.

Note: Whilst the foregoing information is given in good faith, no warranty is given or implied in connection with these, as the conditions of use and method of application are beyond our control.

We suggest the buyer determines the suitability of the product for its intended use. All products are carefully monitored in manufacturing to ensure compliance with our own manufacturing specifications.