I have an opprotunity to grab a electric kiln for free. Problem is the thing is massive the interior is about the size of a 45 gal drum, maybe not quite as tall. Looks like it was built for ceramics firing but could it be adapted for metals smelting? The name plate says max temp of 2300F and it sucks 45 amps at 230V.
If I were to grab it, I have no place to store it....it would have to be stored outside under a tarp for about a year before I could consider using it. Would it have to be converted to propane to be useful or could I use it as-is? I was also thinking of taking it and using the fire brick to make a smaller furnace or am I whacked on that thought too.
Input please
Thanks
Trevor M
If I were to grab it, I have no place to store it....it would have to be stored outside under a tarp for about a year before I could consider using it. Would it have to be converted to propane to be useful or could I use it as-is? I was also thinking of taking it and using the fire brick to make a smaller furnace or am I whacked on that thought too.
Input please
Thanks
Trevor M