No. 3 - 4 Kg Clay Graphite Foundry Crucible Kit with 19" Hinge-Style Foundry Crucible Tongs

This kit includes a No. 3 - 4 Kg Clay Graphite Foundry Crucible and a pair of 19" Hinge Style Foundry Crucible Tongs.

Graphite Foundry Crucibles are made from a combination of graphite and clay, and are recommended for melting your precious, or non-precious metals and can handle large batches of material. Their thick inner walls can handle direct heat and open-flame foundries. Rated to withstand temperatures up to 1560F to 2912F (850C to 1600C). Measurements: 5-1/4" high x 4-3/4" in diameter (exterior dimensions); 4-3/4" deep x 3-3/4" in diameter (interior dimensions). The "#" in the title represents the amount of aluminum that the crucible can accommodate (in pounds); the "Kg" is for the amount of kilograms of brass and copper capacities; other metal volumes will vary.

The 19" Hinge-Style Foundry Crucible Tongs are sturdy carbon black tongs that are ideal for handling crucibles when melting down precious metals. Ideal for use with our graphite foundry crucibles; up to a #3 - 4 Kg. Tongs will firmly grip onto the lip of the crucible. *Please note that they will not go around the circumference of the crucible.