Material selection
August 28, 2026
How to choose the right crucible material for your alloy
Alumina, chrome alumina, zirconia or magnesia: how alloy, temperature and process decide the right crucible.
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Material selection
Material selection
Material selection
August 28, 2026
What causes inclusions in the melt, and how to reduce them
Where casting inclusions come from, and how a dense, non-wetting crucible keeps the metal clean.
Material selection
August 28, 2026
Backing mixes explained: matching the packing to the crucible
How a matched thermal expansion keeps the crucible supported, for longer life and cleaner melts.
Material selection
June 18, 2026
How to choose the right crucible material for your alloy
Alumina, chrome alumina, zirconia or magnesia: how alloy, temperature and process decide the right crucible.
Material selection
May 21, 2026
What causes inclusions in the melt, and how to reduce them
Where casting inclusions come from, and how a dense, non-wetting crucible keeps the metal clean.
Material selection
March 24, 2026
Backing mixes explained: matching the packing to the crucible
How a matched thermal expansion keeps the crucible supported, for longer life and cleaner melts.
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