3-Inch Jewellery Casting Crucible Dish with Stainless Steel Whip Tongs Set, Metal Melting Equipment for Gold, Silver, Copper Refining, 2-Piece Crafting Kit
For UK bench jewellers melting and casting small volumes of precious metal, this matched set provides a stable crucible and whip tongs. It's designed for safe, single-handed control when pouring molten gold, silver, or copper from a compact dish format at the bench.
Key features
- Whip tongs are formed from a single piece of stainless steel for spring tension.
- Four-point cradle provides a secure grip on the crucible dish during pouring.
- Shallow 3-inch ceramic dish allows for direct, even heating of contents.
- Matched set ensures the tongs fit the crucible for stable, controlled handling.
- Single-handed operation allows for quick tilting and pouring of molten metal.
Who it's for
A practical melting kit for UK bench jewellers, silversmiths, and craftspeople refining or casting small batches of gold, silver, and copper. Also suitable for hobbyists and students learning precious metal casting techniques who require reliable, straightforward equipment.
Specifications
- Crucible Material: Ceramic
- Crucible Diameter: 3-inch
- Tongs Material: Stainless Steel
- Kit Contents: 2-piece set (1x crucible, 1x tongs)
Free UK delivery · Same-day dispatch before 2pm · 30-day returns
Is this the right tool for you?
Best for
- UK bench jewellers melting and casting small volumes of precious metal
- Silversmiths refining or casting small batches of gold, silver, and copper
- Craftspeople working with small batches of precious metals
- Hobbyists learning precious metal casting techniques
- Students requiring reliable metal casting equipment
Not for
- Large-scale industrial metal melting operations
- Melting base metals or high-temperature alloys
- Casting very large or intricate jewellery pieces
- Professional foundries requiring high-capacity equipment
How this compares
| 3-Inch Jewellery Casting Crucible... | Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Tongs Construction | Single-piece stainless steel with four-point cradle for secure, single-handed pouring | Multiple welded parts; loose or unstable grip; two-handed operation often required |
| Crucible Capacity | Shallow 3-inch ceramic dish for small volumes of precious metal | Larger, deeper crucibles for higher volumes; unsuitable for precision bench work |
| Kit Matching | Matched set ensures tongs fit crucible for stable, controlled handling | Separate, unmatched items; potential for instability and spillage during pouring |
| Vendor & Delivery | UK stock, free UK delivery, same-day dispatch | Overseas supplier, longer delivery times, potential import duties and delays |