{"id":11595086804,"title":"Microwave Kiln Base Kit","handle":"microwave-kiln-base-kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eIncludes kiln, custom refining flux, (4) 40gr '1 shot' Crucibles*, 18\" Tongs, (1) Stainless Steel Stirring Rod, Instruction Manual \u0026amp; Smelting Tips. Pouring mold not included.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e * '1 shot' clay crucibles actually last for several smeltings, as long as no flux gets on the outside (flux on the inside is good, as it coats the crucible and helps it to last longer).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo see the microwave smelting process, please watch this 6 minute video!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=tB3oQeTG-Mc\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Much research and experimentation has gone into the design of this kiln, to ensure the best results for separating fine gold from black sand and ore concentrates - and for smelting down old jewelry. The stacked or layered design allows for replacement of damaged pieces, in the event of spills, while the kiln can be rearranged and stacked to different heights, according to the size (height) crucible used.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Advantages of GPK\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Variable kiln heights possible, for crucibles of different heights\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Replaceable parts\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Simpler process\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Less expensive\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Less tedious\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e More fun\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e ADDITIONAL MATERIALS NEEDED\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e (NOT included in Kit)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 1200 watt microwave with turntable plate and turning mechanism removed; the kiln does not need to turn. The microwave must have ???10” inside clearance height, to accomodate the kiln, which is 9.5\" tall.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Heat proof gloves –welding type gloves are recommended\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Welder’s leather apron\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Dust respirator mask\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Clear safety goggles\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 12” x 12” clay tiles to set hot crucibles and pouring mold on\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 2 depression conical cast iron or graphite assay mold (regular kit does not contain a mold)\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2022-10-05T16:08:44-05:00","created_at":"2017-09-19T15:01:13-05:00","vendor":"GPK","type":"Kilns, Smelting, \u0026 Assaying","tags":["Kilns"],"price":105000,"price_min":105000,"price_max":105000,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":50393194388,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"GPKMKBK","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":false,"name":"Microwave Kiln Base Kit","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":105000,"weight":907,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1639\/4333\/products\/microwave-kiln-base-kit-kilns-smelting-assaying-gpk-591927.jpg?v=1582305499"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1639\/4333\/products\/microwave-kiln-base-kit-kilns-smelting-assaying-gpk-591927.jpg?v=1582305499","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Microwave Kiln Base Kit Kilns, Smelting, \u0026 Assaying GPK ","id":3071013650474,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.333,"height":600,"width":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1639\/4333\/products\/microwave-kiln-base-kit-kilns-smelting-assaying-gpk-591927.jpg?v=1582305499"},"aspect_ratio":1.333,"height":600,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1639\/4333\/products\/microwave-kiln-base-kit-kilns-smelting-assaying-gpk-591927.jpg?v=1582305499","width":800}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003eIncludes kiln, custom refining flux, (4) 40gr '1 shot' Crucibles*, 18\" Tongs, (1) Stainless Steel Stirring Rod, Instruction Manual \u0026amp; Smelting Tips. Pouring mold not included.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e * '1 shot' clay crucibles actually last for several smeltings, as long as no flux gets on the outside (flux on the inside is good, as it coats the crucible and helps it to last longer).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo see the microwave smelting process, please watch this 6 minute video!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=tB3oQeTG-Mc\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Much research and experimentation has gone into the design of this kiln, to ensure the best results for separating fine gold from black sand and ore concentrates - and for smelting down old jewelry. The stacked or layered design allows for replacement of damaged pieces, in the event of spills, while the kiln can be rearranged and stacked to different heights, according to the size (height) crucible used.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Advantages of GPK\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Variable kiln heights possible, for crucibles of different heights\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Replaceable parts\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Simpler process\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Less expensive\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Less tedious\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e More fun\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e ADDITIONAL MATERIALS NEEDED\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e (NOT included in Kit)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 1200 watt microwave with turntable plate and turning mechanism removed; the kiln does not need to turn. The microwave must have ???10” inside clearance height, to accomodate the kiln, which is 9.5\" tall.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Heat proof gloves –welding type gloves are recommended\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Welder’s leather apron\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Dust respirator mask\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Clear safety goggles\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 12” x 12” clay tiles to set hot crucibles and pouring mold on\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 2 depression conical cast iron or graphite assay mold (regular kit does not contain a mold)\u003c\/p\u003e"}