Melt Metals in the Microwave | The Ultimate Guide

*MAKE SURE TO WEAR A RESPIRATOR WHEN WORKING WITH CERAMIC FIBRE AS WELL AS USING THE CHAMBER TO MELT METALS!* ______________________________________________________ There are many things you can do inside of the microwave, but it’s not just food heating. Microwave can be used to melt metals. From making your own chambers to making your own crucibles. In this video you’ll find everything you need to know to get started with microwave metal melting #mmm *Get ENDER 3 S1 Pro* *Use code:* _NNNES3S1PRO_ *Silicon Carbide - fine* | *Sodium Silicate* | *Ceramic Fiber Blanket* | *Kapton Tape* | *Kiln Wash* | *Kaolin Clay* | *Boric Acid* | *Aluminum Oxide* | *Gas Torch* | *Patreon* | *Chapters* 00:00 00:25 Short style metal melting example 01:17 Intro 02:28 Making the Chamber&Base 06:05 Making the Sanding Glass 10:02 Applying the Kiln Wash 10:57 How to make a Kiln Wash 13:50 Boric Acid Hardening 15:27 Aluminium Oxide 16:02 Short style metal melting example 17:36 How to make a silicon carbide crucible (glass method) 21:39 How to make a silicon carbide crucible (freezing method) 27:04 Example of using wrong materials for making the chamber 29:06 Microwave power effects on metal melting 29:59 How fast can you melt and how hot can you go 32:06 A word about the safety Correction: 2:27 Make sure to wear a respirator and eye protection at all times, including when melting the metal. We are working with nasty materials that can produce serious health issues if PPE is not worn. I am NOT a perfect example. Personal accountability is key when it comes to wearing the right protection.