crucible (redirected from crucible former)

crucible /cru·ci·ble/ (kroo´si-b'l) a vessel for melting refractory substances.

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crucible (kroo´sibl),

n a vessel or container that will withstand high heat and is used for melting or holding material.

crucible crushing strength,

n See strength, compressive.

crucible former (sprue base),

n the stand or base into which a sprued pattern is placed. It establishes the shape or form of the hollowed-out end of the investment in the casting ring, which will receive the molten metal on its course through the sprue hole. See also sprue former.

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crucible

a vessel for melting refractory substances.