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GeorgeGaskill

May 02, 2008 01:17PM

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Type metal (properly called Linotype after the machines that used it) was used to make rows of letters used to print newspapers. The machines were operated from a keyboard that the operator used to type in the text required. See this Wikipedia discussion of a linotype machine for further details.

Linotype metal is an alloy of lead, tin and antimony that is eutectic (has a distinct melting point), melts at a relatively low temperature (464°F), and has enough strength to perform its job. It makes nice, sharp detailed castings that are hard enough to withstand normal handling.

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