I know of hundreds of blueprints and tidbits for this sort of thing, but, being a very "measure twice, cut once" type of person, I figured it would be in my best interest to ask, before investing.
I'm getting my bricks from a kiln and pottery supply, but seeing as they're rather expensive little monsters, I'd like to maximize productivity and recyclability so I can re-use or re-purpose them later.
The bricks in question are 3000*F rated, 9x4.5x2.5". The reason I'm going for bricks is simply because I need something that's as durable as I can manage, since while I may be finicky, I'm not always the most delicate of people.
My burners are twin Zoeller Burners with MIG tips and Stainless Flanges, no choke plate.
My main issue is the maximizing size of the firebox I can afford without beginning to lose the ability to weld, or run into cost problems.
My current plan is looking at 16 bricks, with a enclosed firebox of 6"W 4.5"H 18"D, with two sliding gates.
This brings up my first issue, is it wise to possibly cut down on the bricks at the base, by copying the configuration of the roof/ceiling? This would reduce the brick amount by 2, but may compromise the structural integrity.
My second problem is where to actually place the burners, I was considering the lower left side, and have the two wall bricks drilled out with a water-lubricated masonry bit or the like.
My third problem, touched on above; the size of the firebox itself. With a volume of 486"^3, I'm unsure if two Zoeller burners will allow me to reach welding heats efficiently.
I truly appreciate any assistance with this matter.
With Regards,
Kasaron
P.S. Attached is a rough idea of my forge, don't mind the colors, it picks them for contrast.