pot metal

"Pot metal" is an informal term used to describe inexpensive alloys made from various non-ferrous metals, often used for low-stress applications.

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Definition

(informal, technical)An alloy made from melting and combining various non-ferrous metals, typically of lower quality.

The manufacturer used pot metal to create the prototype parts quickly and cheaply.

(informal, technical)A mixture of metals with no specific composition, used to produce inexpensive castings.

Pot metal is often used in the production of costume jewelry due to its low cost.

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