I bought this to do some junk silver. I am a newbie and have done some propane torch melting, but I have some bigger pieces I am wanting to do. I did my first batch and this thing gets it done! I will probably upgrade to a propane if I remain interested in smelting, which I now am invested in:-). For the tasks I have now, this is good and gives me something to do in COVID times... Totally pleased with the product. Shipping was on time, packaged well and easy to use.