# Protective equipment for casting

> Safety equipment for melting metal in jewelry: heat-resistant gloves, glasses or face shield, natural-fiber apron, closed shoes, ventilation and a fire extinguisher.

- Source: https://www.711grados.com/en/casting-protective-equipment/
- Language: en
- Note: This entry was drafted with the help of AI and is pending review by the author.
- Published: 2026-07-11
- Updated: 2026-07-13
- Translation (es): https://www.711grados.com/es/equipo-de-proteccion-en-la-fundicion/
- Author: Sandra Sánchez
- Site: 711 Grados (https://www.711grados.com/)

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Melting metal involves very high temperatures and liquid metal. Personal protection is mandatory, not optional.

## Eye protection

Safety glasses or a face shield; to look at incandescent metal, glasses with a suitable filter.

## Hands

Gloves resistant to heat and splashes, with long cuffs. Tongs must have long handles ([crucible tongs](https://www.711grados.com/en/crucible-tongs/)).

## Body

A leather or thick cotton apron, long sleeves and long trousers of natural fibers, which do not melt onto skin like synthetics. Closed leather shoes.

## Breathing and environment

Good ventilation or fume extraction; a mask if there is investment dust. Keep a suitable fire extinguisher and a first-aid kit nearby.

## Habits

No loose hair, no jewelry or loose clothing, a clear workspace and molds always well dried. See the guide to [workshop safety](https://www.711grados.com/en/workshop-safety/).

## See also

- [Workshop safety](https://www.711grados.com/en/workshop-safety/)
- [Crucible tongs: what they are for and how to use them](https://www.711grados.com/en/crucible-tongs/)
- [Jewelry oven](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelry-oven/)