Lead is a heavy, malleable, bluish grey metal. It is one of the metals most resistant to common corrosion problems.
The largest single use of lead today is in the manufacture of the lead-acid storage battery, a vital part of every automobile. Lead storage batteries are also used to power such specialized vehicles as forklifts & baggage carts.
Lead Alloy with tin is the familiar solder used in plumbing and electronic applications. Lead has a long history of use as a construction material - roofing, piping and caulking are a few of its applications. |