Master the fire assay with practical, field-tested methods you can trust.
This guide provides essential procedures for lead assays and scorification, including flux choices, material handling, and the step-by-step workflow used in the lab. It covers how to interpret slag, manage temperature, and assess results to determine ore content with confidence.
The book presents clear, procedure-focused instructions and notes on common issues, such as handling impurities, adjusting for copper, antimony, arsenic, and other metals, and evaluating the quality of beads and buttons. It is written for technicians and students who need reliable, repeatable techniques in fire assay work.
- Learn the core steps of scorification, fusion, and cupellation with practical tips
- Understand how flux composition and temperature control affect the final bead
- See how to judge lead buttons, slag, and relics of the process to improve accuracy
- Find troubleshooting guidance for common pitfalls and metal interferences
Ideal for readers who perform fire assays in laboratories or teaching environments and seek a thorough, hands-on reference.