https://www.ebay.com/itm/124940323379?_trkparms=ispr=1 This appears affordable: $1000 for a 5.5kW induction furnace to 1600 C for melting iron ? And this one, simpler $319: https://www.ebay.com/itm/2649948045...sh=item3db2ebd333:g:Ws0AAOSwRJpdFc9U&LH_BIN=1
There are have been quite a few Chinese sourced units available in that power and price range but that one looks a bit more refined, and is offered in two frequency ranges. I do notice it being advertised as Euro voltage (220vac) and that likely means 50Hz. At 25amps, seems very manageable for a home/hobbyist environment. Not sure how it would handle the US version at 240/60. Probably not an issue for you but may be for a US based hobbyist viewing this thread. Any other import issues/costs? Even at 2.2 kg of copper, still a bit smallish for me but if you primarily make smaller parts, I agree, it does look attractive. You might find these threads interesting. http://forums.thehomefoundry.org/in...st-run-with-36kw-induction-tilt-furnace.1631/ http://forums.thehomefoundry.org/in...n-isnt-just-nice-for-ferrous.1646/#post-37436 The ZVS units and similar have been discussed several times here. Here's a couple links. There are a couple more if you dig deeper. http://forums.thehomefoundry.org/index.php?threads/1000-watt-induction-heater-boards.1740/ http://forums.thehomefoundry.org/index.php?threads/melting-stainless-steel-at-home.1663/#post-37733 Best, Kelly
