Melting tips

HHHH or LLLL After Replacing a Furnace Probe: What to Check

Quick answer If HHHH or LLLL remains after a probe replacement, the new probe may not be the whole problem. Check tha...

Quick answer Replace a melting furnace thermocouple probe only after the exact model, wiring, connector, controller i...

Quick answer Do not treat lid position as a personal preference. The lid affects heat loss, sensor behavior, oxidatio...

Quick answer Store graphite crucibles dry, clean as approved, protected from impact, labeled by metal family, and log...

Quick answer Wet scrap is dangerous because water trapped on or inside charge material can flash to steam when it con...

Quick answer Do not melt galvanized, plated, painted, oily, sealed, or unknown scrap just because it fits in the cruc...

Quick answer Brass can contain zinc, and heating zinc-containing alloys can create fume concerns. A small electric fu...

Quick answer Clean cast aluminum scrap is often more predictable than beverage cans because it usually has more metal...

Quick answer Do not recommend the ToAuto TAF8000 for copper if its verified maximum is 1000°C. Copper melts above tha...

Quick answer 110 V and 220 V furnace versions mainly change the electrical supply, plug, current draw, and installati...

Quick answer Do not use an extension cord with an electric melting furnace unless the exact furnace manual permits it...

Quick answer An electric melting furnace may need a dedicated circuit when its nameplate load, startup behavior, plug...

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