14"" Crucible Tongs with Wooden Handle, Square Dish Holder, Black Metal, 35.5 cm, Jewellery Casting Tool
For jewellers and metalworkers handling hot crucibles, these tongs provide a secure grip for pouring molten metal. The 35.5 cm length keeps your hands at a safe distance from the heat, whilst the sliding lock secures square dishes for confident control during casting.
Key features
- Forked jaws and a sliding wire lock provide a firm grip on square casting dishes.
- Measures 35.5 cm (14") in length to maintain a safe working distance from the flame.
- Smooth, turned wooden handle remains cool to the touch for comfortable handling.
- Solid steel construction with a protective black finish for workshop durability.
Who it's for
An essential tool for UK bench jewellers, small-scale casters, and metalworkers melting and pouring non-ferrous metals like silver, gold, and brass. Ideal for anyone requiring secure handling of hot crucibles in the workshop.
Specifications
- Material: Steel with black finish, wooden handle
- Overall Length: 35.5 cm (14 inches)
- Grip Type: Square dish holder
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Is this the right tool for you?
Best for
- UK bench jewellers pouring molten precious metals
- Small-scale casters handling hot crucibles
- Metalworkers melting non-ferrous alloys
- Workshops requiring secure grip on square casting dishes
Not for
- Handling round or irregular shaped crucibles
- Industrial-scale metal pouring operations
- Continuous exposure to direct flame or extreme radiant heat
How this compares
| 14"" Crucible Tongs with... | Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Grip Type | Secure square dish holder with forked jaws and sliding lock | Basic pincer or general-purpose grip |
| Handle Material | Smooth, turned wooden handle | Unfinished metal or basic plastic |
| Length | 35.5 cm (14 inches) for safe working distance | Shorter, less ergonomic length (e.g., 25 cm) |
| Construction Material | Solid steel with protective black finish | Lighter gauge steel without protective coating |