{"product_id":"whip-tong-handle-ceramic-crucible-melting","title":"Whip Tong Handle + Ceramic Crucible Dish for Melting Gold, Silver, Copper 2 \u0026 3\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe whip is a crucible holder invented by a jeweller to make handling small melting dishes easier and safer. This listing includes the small whip handle with a ceramic crucible dish, for melting and pouring gold, silver, copper and other non-ferrous metals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe handle is made from stainless steel wire and works in reverse: squeeze it to open, release it to clamp the dish firmly in place. It pinches the dish securely so you can tilt and pour molten metal with confidence. This small size fits the 2\" and 3\" melting dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReverse action: squeeze to open, release to grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds the dish firmly for safe pouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2\" and 3\" small melting dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel wire, 9-3\/4\" (approx. 248 mm) long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x small whip tong handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic crucible dish (2\" \/ 3\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelting scrap gold and silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePouring ingots and casting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJewellers, hobbyists and students\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety and first use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreheat the crucible gently before melting, and glaze the inside with borax to help the metal flow and extend the life of the dish. Always wear heat-resistant gloves and eye protection, and work on a fireproof surface in a well-ventilated area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDelivery and returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree delivery to all UK addresses, and orders are dispatched within 1 working day. We also ship internationally, with the cost shown at checkout. If you are not happy, you can return most items within 30 days. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eShipping Policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuestions about this item? Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:ukcraftandhealth@gmail.com\"\u003eukcraftandhealth@gmail.com\u003c\/a\u003e or call 07964 804274.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tools Master UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40835504472148,"sku":"TMUK-MC-010","price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/7861\/5124\/files\/WhatsAppImage2025-06-14at20.00.42_0fbf0b90.jpg?v=1750113354","url":"https:\/\/toolsmasteruk.co.uk\/en-ie\/products\/whip-tong-handle-ceramic-crucible-melting","provider":"Tools Master UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}