Sand Casting of Aluminum, Cast Iron and Steel Parts

Sand Casting of Aluminum, Cast Iron and Steel Parts

Nhan Loc Phat sand-casts aluminum, cast iron and steel parts from samples or drawings: good surface, low porosity, full fill and fair prices, including large, complex and decorative parts.

Sand casting – flexible for aluminum, cast iron and steel

Nhan Loc Phat provides sand casting of metal parts such as aluminum, cast iron and steel from samples or drawings, with a good surface, low porosity, full fill and fair pricing.

Aluminum sand casting – Nhan Loc Phat

What is sand casting?

Sand casting uses sand as the mold material. It is the most common casting method: over 60% of metal castings worldwide are sand cast. Sand molds withstand very high temperatures and accept cores, so they suit large, hollow and complex parts.

Sand mold and casting

Molding mix

Silica sand (SiO₂), clay for plasticity, binders for strength, and mold coating for heat resistance and a better surface.

5-step molding process

1. Place the lower flask and pattern.

Step 1: lower flask

2. Dust parting sand so the pattern releases easily.

Step 2: parting sand

3. Pack fine facing sand around the pattern and ram it firmly.

Step 3: facing sand around the pattern

4. Close the upper half using locating pins.

Step 4: closing the sand mold

5. Form the sprue, risers and vents, then pour.

Sand casting is ideal for large parts, low-to-medium volumes, cast iron and decorative castings.

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NHAN LOC PHAT MOLD CO., LTD.

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