Lead


The specific gravity of lead is 11.3 and it has a melting point of 620o F or 327o C.


7.2.9.2. Wiping Solder and Caulking Lead

  1. Wiping solder and caulking lead shall conform to CSA B67...
  2. Solder for solder joint fittings shall conform to ASMT B32...
  3. Solders and fluxes having a lead content in excess of 0.2 per cent shall not be used in a portable water system.


7.2.7.8. Lead Waste Pipe and Fittings

  1. Lead waste pipe and fittings shall conform to CSA B67...
  2. When there is a change in size of a lead bend, the change shall be in the vertical section of the bend or made in such a manner that there shall be no retention of liquid in the bend.
  3. Lead waste pipe and fittings shall not be used in a water system or for a building sewer.


7.3.4.5.(2)(b) Support for Horizontal Piping

lead pipe is supported throughout its length.


7.2.10.14(d) lead sheet ventpipe  flashing shall be at least 2.16 mm thick.