Rail Co Posted June 29 Posted June 29 Hi all, I'm a bit hesitant to ask a "stupid" question, however, I could not find the answer on my own. I'd like to open up 2 of my 12v motors which barely run to see if I can't fix them, re-grease them, and hopefully give them new life. However, I have one question. Do we know what the internal metal blocks (A and B) are made out of? Being these were produced in 1980, and a kids toy I doubt there are any harmful metals, but I want to make sure these do not consist of any Lead or other metals as such. I know it isn't necessarily an issue to handle solid lead, but still would like to be mindful of it. Any ideas on the material of these metal blocks? Thanks! -RailCo Quote
Toastie Posted June 29 Posted June 29 (edited) *sigh* - there simply are no stupid questions! There may be stupid replies or reactions - hope the reply below makes any sense. I recently (= two days ago) opened up one of my two (black) 12V train motors. This was one of the variety with the holes for receiving the center wheels. The motor came a couple of years ago from France along with the 7740 locomotive and carriages. Very nicely seasoned light gray slopes - I love it. I just was curious to check on its internal condition, as it was just doing fine. My 7740 is retrofitted with a PF receiver and 10 NiMH AA rechargeables, as I have a mixed 4.5V, 12V (blue and gray), RC=PF, and of course ample of powered 9V track. As far as I can tell, the metal inside is die-cast aluminum for the two large brackets, copper/brass type alloys for the electrical contacts and worm gear, as well as the usual non-lead metals for the motor and rails contacts. You should be fine. All the best and good luck, Thorsten Edited June 29 by Toastie Quote
FGMatt Posted June 30 Posted June 30 It is also worth noting that lead is pretty harmless to handle, so even if it was a solid lead casting you'd be fine. Just wash your hands before eating/handling food. Quote
Rail Co Posted July 2 Author Posted July 2 Thank you both for your clear answers. I figured this was the case, but I thought I'd ask to ease any concerns :). Now I just have to find the time to sit down and work on them, that might be the harder task! Thank you! -RailCo Quote
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