Open Source Metallurgy Crucible

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Basics

- A crucible used for the melting of metals

- Is made form some sort of refractory clay or cement and thus should be made using the D3D Ceramic Printer or the D3D Cement Printer

- We could also try hollowing out a fire brick



Used For

- Metal Casting

- Metal Recycling

- Metal Ore Refining



Industry Standards

- This Random One on Amazon



Existing Open Source Designs

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Minimum Viable Product

- Cheap

- Scaleable

- Durable

- High Temp Capable + Consistent Heat Distribution

- At least 10 uses before it breaks



Basic Design

- It is basicaly just a fancy ceramic cup/pitcher

- Also add handles for easy, safe picking up with tongs

- We may also try hollowing out a fire brick



BOM

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See Also

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Useful Links

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