Pepe Tools Electro-Melt Furnace in Action | Silver Pour & Tips

In this video, I’m putting the Pepe Tools Electro-Melt Furnace (30oz model) to the test and showing you exactly how I use it to melt down sterling silver and pour clean ingots.

Up until now, I’ve always used a torch for melting silver but it takes time, burns through acetylene, and gets expensive with constant gas refills. This furnace has been a game-changer, giving me a faster, more efficient way to melt silver for my silversmithing projects.

When I first got the unit, I couldn’t find much information about how it worked, so I figured it out by trial and error. The main challenge was finding the right temperature and getting the metal to flow properly. After testing, I discovered that the sweet spot for sterling silver is around 1800–1840°F, which keeps the metal fluid long enough for smooth, clean pours.

👉 Pro Tip: The graphite crucible will wear out over time. I’ve already poured about 30 ingots with mine and will soon need a replacement, so I recommend ordering an extra crucible when you buy the unit.

Inside the box, the furnace includes:
Graphite crucible
Graphite stir rod
Handle attachment
Power cable
Electro-Melt Furnace

I’ll walk you through the unboxing, setup, safety tips, and my pouring process so if you’re considering this tool, you’ll know what to expect and what temps worked best for me.

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⚒️ Tools Used in This Video

Pepe Tools Electro-Melt Furnace (30oz) https://pepetools.com/products/electr...

Graphite Crucible For Kerr Electro-Melt Furnace (1KG/30oz) - https://pepetools.com/products/graphi...

Metallon Non-Stick Ingot Mold Lubricant Spray – https://amzn.to/3JuqXeP
Leather Apron - https://amzn.to/4lOJoIA

Fireproof Shoe Leg Cover Leather - https://amzn.to/3VmPZip

Fire/Heat Resistant Leather Welding Gloves - https://amzn.to/3JC398G

Respirator Mask - https://amzn.to/3JVHng8

2 Piece Reversible Wire Plate Adjustable Ingot Mold - https://amzn.to/4m89t5D

Adjustable Ingot Molds (Flat Sheet) - https://pepetools.com/products/adjust...

Strip Ingot Mold - https://pepetools.com/products/strip-...

Graphite Stirring Rod for Electromelt - https://pepetools.com/products/graphi...

.925 Sterling Silver Casting Grain - Item No. 100800 - https://www.riogrande.com/product/.92...

130MM Flat ULTRA Series X-DRIVE Direct Drive Rolling Mill - https://pepetools.com/products/130mm-...

Tip: I recommend investing in an electronic rolling mill to roll out your ingots. The one listed above is a single flat sheet roller, but Pepe Tools offers several electric mills. You can explore their options and choose the one that best fits your needs.

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