Yearly Archives: 2009

need info re bronze lost wax casting process?

google is your friend e,g,: http://www.artworksfoundry.com/process/casting.htm or check if your library has the book "from clay to bronze"

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between investment casting and powder metalurgy, which is more economical to produce water pump impeller?

Investment casting. Powder metals will require a big forging press or a big autoclave to HIP it. You will get better strength with a forging or HIP but at a price.

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What is the advantage of Cast Aluminium Cookware?

Cookware included Pot, Fry Pan, Grill Pan which is made of Die Cast Aluminium Aluminum is a great conductor of heat. That is why many stainless steel pans have a layer of it incapsulated in their bottoms. Downside is that … Continue reading

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In the centrifugal casting cylinder liner manufacturing what is the melting point of SG Iron & Gray cast iron?

Cast iron melts at 1275 degrees Celsius. SG irons have castability similar to that of cast iron, so I would have to say it has a similar melting point.

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What kind of equipment do you need to cast your own brass shells?

Look, I already know that there is no brass making equipment that is meant for hand loaders. But how much would the cheapest industrial grade equipment cost? Lots….just visit a plant or do some research on the net.

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Where can I get custom glass castings or molds made?

I would like to know what type of glass manufacturer you would have to go to get some castings made so that you can pour melted glass in them to form shapes. Any good companies you can point me in … Continue reading

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What is easiest preparation method for casting in bronze.?

what do you want to prepare? If you want to prepare yourself, it is by far easiest to take a class. The necessary equipment will be available and you will be taught everything.

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rapid prototyping? what material should i use for sand casting?

what is the best material out there to rapid prototype a part from when using it for a sand cast mold? Maybe you should consider a rapid prototyping service. You probably want to choose a system that produces a good … Continue reading

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What is the best aluminum grade for casting a strong differential case A356 T6 or 2014 T6?

According to MatWeb (www.matweb.com) 2014-T6 is "used in applications requiring high strength/hardness, including elevated temperature uses." The Brinell hardness of 2014-T6 is 135 compared to A356 T6 hardness of 70.0- 105. The other data points show that 2014-T6 is much … Continue reading

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How Do I Melt Metal Over A Fire For Metal Casting?

Okay, I Want to melt metal such as pop cans, aluminum foil, etc. but I cant build a foundry in my back yard, all i can do is make a really hot fire. I would like some helpful suggestions. I’ve … Continue reading

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