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Mini foundry Last updated: 05 Dec 2016 |
Castings
Furnaces
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I haven't made any castings for a long time, since my schooldays in fact, so I've decided to try my hand at making a small furnace for melting aluminium.
There are also a lot of excellent websites out there, check the project links pages. In particular, check out BackyardMetalcasting.com, where the inspiration for the two bucket furnace came from.
| The two bucket furnace is soon going to be joined by a furnace made from a recycled oil can. | Now the furnace is operational, some tools and accessories are required. The crucible seemed a good place to start, followed by an ingot tray, and now a wooden flask. | ||
| This is the first attempt at casting. A mess... | Charcoal is out, propane is in. Two different types of burners are featured, both work well. |
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