Professional Furnace Crucible Tong, 20 Inch, Black, for Gold Silver Copper Melting Casting Smelting Pouring Assay
For jewellers and casters working with furnaces, safely handling hot crucibles is paramount. These 20-inch steel tongs provide the necessary reach to lift and pour molten gold, silver, or copper, keeping your hands at a safe distance from extreme heat whilst maintaining control.
Key features
- 20-inch (508mm) overall length keeps hands at a safe working distance from the furnace.
- Curved jaws are shaped to securely grip common crucible sizes and shapes.
- Inward-facing lips on the jaw tips ensure a stable hold for lifting and controlled pouring.
- Solid steel construction with a durable single-rivet pivot point.
- Long, straight handles provide straightforward leverage and control during use.
Who it's for
An essential tool for UK jewellery makers, small-scale foundries, and metal artists who perform their own casting. Also suitable for blacksmiths and assay operations requiring the safe handling of crucibles for smelting and pouring non-ferrous metals. All our casting tools are UK-stocked for immediate dispatch.
Specifications
- Material: Steel
- Overall Length: 20 inches (approx. 508mm)
- Colour: Black
Free UK delivery · Same-day dispatch before 2pm · 30-day returns
Is this the right tool for you?
Best for
- UK jewellers casting gold, silver, or copper
- Small-scale foundries pouring molten non-ferrous metals
- Metal artists handling hot crucibles from a furnace
- Assay operations requiring safe smelting and pouring
Not for
- Lifting industrial-sized crucibles requiring longer reach
- Handling items with flat or irregular shapes
- Gripping very small crucibles where 20-inch length is impractical
How this compares
| Professional Furnace Crucible Tong,... | Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Length | 20 inches (508mm) for safe working distance | Shorter lengths, increasing proximity to heat |
| Jaw Design | Curved jaws with inward-facing lips for secure crucible grip | Straight or flat jaws offering less stable hold on crucibles |
| Construction | Solid steel with durable single-rivet pivot | Lighter gauge steel, multiple pivot points, or weaker joints |
| Stock & Dispatch | UK-stocked for immediate dispatch | International shipping with longer lead times |