For the price, I feel it was a good investment. I ran 7 trash bags full of aluminum cans worth through it.

I bought this to melt aluminum cans. Assembly was easy. All the parts were in the box and they all work together well. They suggest you use the provided, heavy duty gloves when lighting the fire, but they're too thick to use with a fireplace starter, so I used my bare hand and ended up singeing the hair on my hand. Oh well. I've only done one melting session and I have to get better technique because there was a bunch of aluminum in the slag when I removed it. Overall, it works and I like it.

I've seen furnaces in use before, but this is my first time using one. I was completely satisfied with the experience. Really good results without much effort.I'd rate the quality of the furnace as good C even has a ceramic heat shield around where the torch flame enters the furnace to help protect the joint and surrounding housing from turning red-hot. I don't think all furnaces like this come with that added protection.Took only a few minutes to set up. There is a simple process for preparing the crucible for first use (instructions included), but after that it's pretty straightforward: crank up the heat until your metal has melted.I opted for old copper pipe scraps on my first go-round and after about ten minutes in the furnace, it was all set to pour into the included ingot mold. (I did preheat the mold with a plumbing torch, though.)Long term, consumables are just propane and crucibles.

Excellent value for the money. I used the furnace for the first time to recycle aluminum from cans and had no problems. It is a great tool for people who are just starting to cast or recycle scrap metal. I also followed the instructions and online tutorials and the results were not rushed, so I am very happy.

This furnace is a great way to get started in the smelting hobby. It works perfectly for whatever smelting equipment I use for the first time. I've smelted soda cans and a few other odds and ends with this little thing and it does the job. I'm very happy with the results.

I used this to melt 1062 cans (so far) and got 19 pounds of pure aluminum. Very easy to use and was a lot of fun.

Very easy to use and works well. This is a great furnace for a beginner. Needs a few upgrades to be perfect.

Very good seller! I have a problem and they took extremely good care of me. Highly recommend!

The furnace heats up very quickly, a pot of food can be melted quickly, the loss is very low, and it is very convenient to use.

Fantastic results every time. This furnace is a powerhouse for metal melting.