{"product_id":"ceramic-crucible-melting-dish-for-silver-gold-copper-and-more","title":"Ceramic Crucible (Melting Dish) for silver, gold, copper, and more","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerfect for jewelers and metalworkers, this \u003cb\u003eceramic melting dish\u003c\/b\u003e is designed for high-temperature applications such as melting, casting, and refining precious metals. Made from durable, heat-resistant ceramic, it features a smooth interior surface and a sturdy, textured exterior for a secure grip. A built-in pouring lip ensures precise and easy pouring of molten materials, minimizing spills and waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in two sizes to suit your specific needs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLarge:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.75\" diameter (1600 dwt)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSmall:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.25\" diameter (400gr)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePro Note: Seasoning Your Crucible with Borax\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo extend the life of your ceramic melting dish and prevent metal from sticking, it's essential to \"season\" it before its first use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace a small amount of borax (sodium borate) powder into the dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat the dish gently with a torch until the borax melts and forms a glassy coating over the entire inner surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully tilt and rotate the dish to ensure the borax glaze coats the bottom and sides, including the pouring lip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the dish to cool completely. The hardened, glassy layer will protect the ceramic and improve the flow of molten metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Pepetools","offers":[{"title":"Large - 3.75\"","offer_id":48158102913283,"sku":"BB-LCR","price":9.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small 2.25\"","offer_id":48158102946051,"sku":"BB-SCR","price":9.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/phishstonesproducts.myshopify.com\/products\/ceramic-crucible-melting-dish-for-silver-gold-copper-and-more","provider":"PhishStones Products","version":"1.0","type":"link"}