{"product_id":"large-sand-casting-flask-cast-iron-4-pins-4-x-2-7-x-2-6","title":"Large Sand Casting Flask - Cast Iron, 4 Pins, 4\" x 2.7\" x 2.6\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe professional-grade two-part flask engineered for precision sand casting of jewelry, figurines, and more.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bench Basics Large Sand Casting Flask is purpose-built for artisans, jewelers, and hobbyists who demand accuracy, durability, and ease of use in every casting session. Machined from heavy-duty cast iron and finished in a matte black coating, this flask is designed to withstand the demands of repeated professional use while delivering consistently clean, detailed castings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left; background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left; background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach Half — Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach Half — Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e2.7\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach Half — Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e1.3\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCombined Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e2.6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sand Volume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e28.08 cubic inches (4\" × 2.7\" × 2.6\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e3.5 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlignment System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e4 precision pins with matching holes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpout\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eOversized square pour spout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Sands\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003ePetrobond, Delft Clay, Castanova\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Available As\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eXXL size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this flask is a \u003cstrong\u003e4-pin alignment system\u003c\/strong\u003e with precision-machined pins and corresponding holes on each half, ensuring the cope and drag register perfectly every time you close the mold. This eliminates the guesswork and misalignment that can ruin a casting, giving you clean parting lines and accurate reproductions of even the finest surface details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eoversized square spout\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the standout design features of this flask. A larger pour opening reduces back-pressure during the pour, allows molten metal to flow smoothly and rapidly into the mold cavity, and minimizes turbulence that can cause porosity or incomplete fills — critical advantages when casting intricate jewelry pieces or detailed figurines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a combined interior volume of \u003cstrong\u003e28.08 cubic inches\u003c\/strong\u003e (4\" tall × 2.7\" wide × 2.6\" deep), this flask holds a generous amount of casting sand, giving you ample working depth for most jewelry and small figurine applications. At \u003cstrong\u003e3.5 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, the solid cast iron construction provides the thermal mass and rigidity needed to keep your sand packed firmly in place during the pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis flask is fully compatible with the most popular oil-bonded and synthetic casting sands on the market, including \u003cstrong\u003ePetrobond\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eDelft Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eCastanova\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a versatile addition to any casting bench regardless of your preferred medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are producing one-of-a-kind custom rings, reproducing antique buttons, or casting small sculptural figurines, the Bench Basics Large Sand Casting Flask delivers the reliability and precision you need. For larger projects, the \u003cstrong\u003eXXL version\u003c\/strong\u003e is also available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-piece cast iron flask (cope and drag halves)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 alignment pins pre-installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlso available: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pepitools.com\/products\/super-xl-sand-casting-flask-4-x-4-steel-frame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eXXL Sand Casting Flask for larger-scale casting projects.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bench Basics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47577710624942,"sku":"BB-SCL","price":27.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/3001\/6576\/files\/infographic_1_dimensions.png?v=1772659087","url":"https:\/\/pepitools.com\/en-ca\/products\/large-sand-casting-flask-cast-iron-4-pins-4-x-2-7-x-2-6","provider":"Pepetools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}