can this stove be used to melt lead for bullet casting?
339226
Yes, i put a 1lb bar in a no. 7 cast iron skillet and it was molten in 15 minutes.
339227
for the price it is a good deal but not sure it would get hot enough to melt lead you would need a burner like in a turkey fryer as it burns like a blow tourch. This burner is spread out too much
656603
Jake thank you for your inquiry, the RapidFire can reach 2000 degrees and melt copper no problem however I do recommend looking at our Quikmelt furnace for your needs as those are specifically designed to melt metal. The Quikmelt includes a crucible and tongs which you will need anyhow and it is also capable of 2200 degree maximum temperatures. If you have further questions please feel free to ask, thank you!
917440
No, I have used the plastic funnel and the spacer several times and have not had trouble with it melting with the hot liquids,etc. However, neither would withstand a direct heat source (such as a stove burner).
1647945
Yes. There are several videos on YouTube showing this stove used for wood fires.
1522279
Not possible to use it over gas stove. would be too hot for the frame and most likely melt the plastic handle on the base.
1907181
It can easily take the temperatures needed to melt lead (621.5°F). Whether it be over a fire from burning wood or propane. It is made from cast iron which melts at 2800°F I hope this helps you. I have enjoyed mine though lead can be a challenge to get on a tight budget.
2271494
It is not really thick enough metal to use for cooking, about the thickness of an inexpensive teakettle. One could probably boil water in it, but the purpose is for storing frying oil to use another time.
1127399
I have not checked the temperature but my guess is max temp around 700. It does melt and pour lead very well but I would not recommend it for melting zinc which has a melting point almost 150 degrees higher than lead. I use a "turkey cooker" burner and a cast iron pot to do my rough lead melting and zinc melting. Hope this was helpful...Dewayne
2157819
You can melt lead 622F, and should be able to melt aluminum 1220F. Both have lower melt points than cast iron 2200F. Not sure about aluminum but NEVER use it for food if you melt lead in it.
1948403
Not recommended and wouldn't want to try. The pot is designed for lead and some alloys of lead. Aluminum has a melting point much higher (1100 - 1300 degrees) than lead at 750 Degrees.
1486045
I can't see why not, it's essentially a large metal pot for burning so I suspect that any material you could set flame to would burn just fine.
1684322
Yes and no. It will melt lead but I don't think the lead will fit in this pot. The top of the pot is only about 4-5" across. Moreover modern batteries have very little lead and are mixed with toxic airborne chemicals. If I were you I would avoid it and look for wheel weights, diver weights, scrap lead and the like. Stay safe.
1600124
Can the range server be placed on a direct gas flame on the stove. I want to boil water in it?
1866266
No, it is for lead melting use only. It is a great unit for that purpose. Hope this helps.
1441932
nope aluminum melts ~2200 F this only gets to 600-800F. Its perfect for lead or pewter, but for aluminum you need a potter's kiln or a propane/coal furnance. check out youtube for some cool DIY can furnance.
1576986
If you are going to melt precious metals, you want to do that in a crucible that you can pour directly from. While this has the ability to melt those metals, you are going to have a lot of waste. This is really made to melt lead.
1345992
I cant answer that for sure. I would think so. I don't think lead would be allowed in any cookware in the US these days. They are made out of aluminum and the inside is ceramic. I own 1 set and gave away 3 more sets.