What is precision casting?

 

 

Precision casting method refers to the use of non-metallic mold (shell mold), accuracy dimension and the bright surface is higher than the general sand casting method which has a unique characteristic and advantages different from general traditional casting, forging, and mechanical cutting.

 

Precision casting is divided into several categories, including lost-wax casting, die-casting, gravity casting and sand casting, etc. We’ll elaborate on these kinds of methods and also introduce the advantages and the applications.

 

What is the advantage of precision casting?

 

• Can produce parts with arbitrarily complex shapes, especially those with complex internal cavity shapes
• Adaptability, unlimited alloy types, almost unlimited casting size
• Wide source of materials, remeltable waste, low equipment investment
• High scrap rate, low surface quality and poor working conditions

 

 

What is the process of precision casting?

 

Liquid metal→filling→solidification shrinkage→casting

 

 

What is the application of precision casting?

 

 

The metal type has high manufacturing cost, long cycle and strict process requirements. It is not suitable for the production of single-piece small batch castings. It is mainly suitable for mass production of non-ferrous alloy castings, such as aluminum pistons for airplanes, automobiles, internal combustion engines, motorcycles, etc. , cylinder block, cylinder head, oil pump casing and copper alloy bushings, bushings, etc. For black alloy castings, it is also limited to medium and small castings with simple shapes.