Our recipe for that particular batch in the video is 96% lead and the remaining amount a combination of tin, antimony and copper. The temperature of the molten liquid you see is about 700 degrees F. A large ventilation system above the casting table removes most of the fumes.
Lead is used for most of the interior pipes because it does not vibrate when air is pushed through it--so you only hear the note played and not a bunch of metal rattling around.
The shiny pipes you see on the facades of most organs are high-polished Zinc. Pipes are also made of wood. Visit Bedientorgan.com for more information.
Lead is used for most of the interior pipes because it does not vibrate when air is pushed through it--so you only hear the note played and not a bunch of metal rattling around.
The shiny pipes you see on the facades of most organs are high-polished Zinc. Pipes are also made of wood. Visit Bedientorgan.com for more information.