PRECISION SAND CASTING

20040529
Journal: Proceedings from the AFS International Conference on Structural Aluminum Casting, 2-4, November 2003, Orlando, FL P 149-161, 2003 (13 p)
Author: Van Wert, J

The "Precision Sand Casting" process is capable of producing castings with optimum mechanical properties, good dimensional precision, and significant flexibility in producing various geometric shapes with good surface finishes. This presentation will point out the capabilities of several variations of the ôDry Sand Castingö process to include static pour, the ôCosworthö process, and the ôLevel Pourö process. The capabilities that will be discussed are generic characteristics of each process, alloy limitations, product integrity and relative product / process costs. In addition, a simple comparison of several other precision casting methods will be reviewed.