Nuclead is a leading provider of precision-engineered lead products and custom lead fabrications tailored for a wide range of industries. With decades of experience in lead manufacturing, we specialize in delivering both standard and custom lead items that meet stringent quality and safety standards. Whether you need radiation shielding, ballast weights, or lead components for your specific project, Nuclead offers unmatched reliability and versatility.

Our comprehensive catalog includes everything from lead bricks and lead sheets to lead castings, extrusions, and specialty alloys—each manufactured to exact specifications. We proudly serve industries including nuclear energy, aerospace, medical imaging, defense, and construction, with precision solutions that meet or exceed regulatory requirements.

Explore Our Extensive Range of Lead Products

Nuclead offer a broad selection of lead-based items to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Our products are fabricated using the highest quality lead materials to ensure durability, safety, and performance in demanding environments.

1. Lead Sheet and Lead Plate

Lead sheet is one of the most commonly used materials for radiation shielding and soundproofing. It is flexible, corrosion-resistant, and available in a variety of thicknesses and sizes. Nuclead offers lead sheets in pure form as well as alloyed variants for enhanced strength and durability.

Applications:

• X-ray room shielding

• Sound insulation

• Roofing and waterproofing

• Nuclear containment

2. Lead Bricks and Interlocking Lead Blocks

Our lead bricks are ideal for radiation protection in laboratories, nuclear facilities, and medical settings. Nuclead provides both straight and interlocking lead bricks, allowing for easy assembly of shielded enclosures.

Features:

• Custom shapes and sizes available

• Smooth or interlocking edges

• Machined to tight tolerances

• Optional coatings for improved handling

3. Lead Pipe and Lead Tubing

Nuclead manufactures lead pipe and tubing in a range of diameters and wall thicknesses for use in chemical industries, cable shielding, and waste containment systems. Our lead pipes are extruded or cast to meet industry specifications, and can be customized for length and diameter.

Typical Uses:

• Acid and chemical handling systems

• Cable jacketing

• Waste containment

• Plumbing and vent applications (historical restoration)

4. Lead Shot and Lead Ballast

Our precision lead shot is used in ballast weighting, counterweights, and industrial balancing applications. Available in multiple sizes, lead shot is highly dense and offers excellent malleability, making it suitable for both static and dynamic weight distribution.

Industries Served:

• Aviation and aerospace

• Automotive and motorsports

• Marine and sailing

• Elevator counterweights

5. Lead Wire, Rod, and Bar Stock

Lead wire and rod are critical components in electrical, sealing, and balancing systems. Nuclead produces these products in custom diameters and lengths to meet the demands of OEMs and fabricators.

Common Applications:

• Electrical cable shielding

• Industrial seals

• Radiation barriers

• Custom machining

6. Lead Castings and Custom Molded Parts

Our lead casting services include precision-molded parts for defense, aerospace, and research applications. Nuclead works with your engineering drawings or prototypes to produce highly detailed lead castings.

Capabilities:

• CNC machining

• Complex geometries

• Prototypes and short-run production

• Custom alloys and hardness levels

7. Lead Foil and Laminates

Lead foil offers ultra-thin radiation and EMI shielding, and can be laminated with various materials such as vinyl or paper for ease of use. Our foil rolls are available in a range of thicknesses starting as thin as 0.002".

Advantages:

• Lightweight shielding solution

• Easy to cut and install

• Laminated options for additional protection

• Used in electronics, medical devices, and aerospace

8. Lead Wool and Lead Rope

Ideal for packing and sealing applications, lead wool and rope are used in nuclear power plants, pipelines, and valves. Nuclead offers flexible lead solutions that conform to complex shapes and tight spaces.

Key Benefits:

• Non-sparking and pliable

• High corrosion resistance

• Excellent for leak-proof seals

Custom Lead Fabrication Capabilities

In addition to our standard products, Nuclead specializes in custom lead fabrications tailored to your unique requirements. Our in-house engineering team can design and manufacture lead parts based on your specifications, including:

• CNC-machined lead components

• Custom lead shielding assemblies

• Precision-cast lead parts

• Fabricated lead housings and enclosures

• Composite lead products with steel, aluminum, or polymers

Every custom order is handled with the utmost attention to detail, quality control, and delivery timelines. Whether you're developing a prototype or scaling up to production, our team works closely with you to ensure the perfect fit.

Why Choose Nuclead?

Nuclead combine experience, precision, and a commitment to excellence to provide industry-leading lead solutions. Here’s why clients across the country trust us:

• Decades of expertise in lead manufacturing

• State-of-the-art facilities for casting, machining, and fabricating

• Fully certified materials and compliance with radiation safety regulations

• Custom design assistance and rapid prototyping

• On-time delivery with flexible ordering options

We also offer local and national delivery, ensuring that your products arrive safely and on schedule.

Industries We Serve

Our lead products are trusted by professionals in a variety of sectors:

• Medical & Healthcare: Radiation shielding, diagnostic equipment, and X-ray rooms

• Nuclear Power: Containment barriers, lead blankets, and reactor shielding

• Defense & Aerospace: Lead weights, specialty castings, and counterbalance systems

• Construction & Architecture: Soundproofing, roofing, and waterproofing

• Research & Education: Lab shielding and custom testing equipment

Contact Us for Custom Lead Product Solutions

Looking for high-quality lead items or a custom lead fabrication solution? Nuclead has the products, expertise, and support to deliver exactly what you need. Our team is ready to help you identify the best materials and fabrication processes for your application.

Visit our contact page or call us today to request a quote, speak with an engineer, or learn more about our capabilities. Nuclead is your trusted partner in premium lead product manufacturing and custom engineering services.