A DIFFERENT USE FOR MICROWAVE OVEN: MELTING ALUMINUM
Microwave ovens are a treasure trove of helpful components: transformers, an HV microfusione, a piezo speaker, and a high torque engine, to mention only a few. In a new spin, [Rulof Maker] strips out that out and uses only the metal case to create a furnace for melting aluminum, copper and bronze.
His heat source is a quartet of 110 volt, 450 watt quartz heating elements which he mounts inside in the back. To decrease heat loss, he traces the walls with ceramic fiber insulation. Regrettably, that involves covering the interior of the window, so there is no pressing your nose against the glass as you see the aluminum pieces turn to liquid. If you're going to try making these yourself then you may wish to consider adding a fuse.
In around micro fusione a cera persa oreficeria that he melts enough aluminum in a stainless steel bowl to pour into a mold to get a test piece.
If want more information about what useful parts are inside then check out this primer. Or you can leave the parts in and use the toaster as is for melting lead, but maintain a fire extinguisher handy.
His heat source is a quartet of 110 volt, 450 watt quartz heating elements which he mounts inside in the back. To decrease heat loss, he traces the walls with ceramic fiber insulation. Regrettably, that involves covering the interior of the window, so there is no pressing your nose against the glass as you see the aluminum pieces turn to liquid. If you're going to try making these yourself then you may wish to consider adding a fuse.
In around micro fusione a cera persa oreficeria that he melts enough aluminum in a stainless steel bowl to pour into a mold to get a test piece.
If want more information about what useful parts are inside then check out this primer. Or you can leave the parts in and use the toaster as is for melting lead, but maintain a fire extinguisher handy.
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