Thread: Melting metal.

I'm getting ready to build one of my inventions/designs and need to melt 2 to 3 types of metal. They're all softer melts around the brass range for temp. I dont want to buy a shit load of equipment for this because the amounts i need to melt are small. Anyone have any ideas on how to get it done? I do have several small torch heads that attach to the small cans of propane/butane/mapp gases. I'll go buy a welder if it will work. At least then i can weld my subframe connectors on my car that i bought 5 years ago. I saw something about a microwave trick but i'll be honest and say thats not at the top of my list.

Originally Posted by Partyball

How much metal and are you looking to mould it or just melt it?

I'll be pouring it into casts. As for the amount just a few ounces of each.

Originally Posted by Partyball

In that case, a propane torch and ladle will work. Cheapest route I can think of.

I wasn't sure if that would work. Thanks.

Originally Posted by Partyball

Going off of memory here so I might be a bit off. Propane burns at ~2000F and brass melts at about ~1700F. As long as your Ladle is cast iron or steel, you should be good to go. If you need the flame hotter you can add some oxygen.

That crossed my mind as well. When i get it going ill post up. Some here might find it interesting but im gonna have to apply for a new patent because i modified it.