[Jewelry making - Article 00272] - Re: [Orchid] Intimidated by casting

[Alma Rands]

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    Hi Sam. The one I am referring to is the Kerr Electromelt.
    --although there are other brands on the market. You can get a full
    description of it in the Rio Grande, and other catalogs, and also you
    can log onto the Kerr website. The premeasured metal is melted in the
    crucible and when the correct temperature is achieved, is poured in
    one smooth operation into the flask which one has already set onto
    the vacuum table. No torch is needed. 

    The Kerr electromelt has a handle (think of a big coffee cup), and
    the crucible is not removed for the pour. Other brands are made so
    that the crucible is removed with tongs for the pour. Each has its
    advantages and disadvantages, and I am sure other Orchidians can off
    good advice about each kind. 

Hope this helps. Alma
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