Sand Casting | MetalTek: Metal Casting Expertise
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What is sand casting? Sand casting (also called sand mold casting) has been used for thousands of years. It is a cost-effective and versatile method for producing metal components ranging from ounces to thousands of pounds. Low tooling costs make sand casting ideal for low and medium-volume production. Nearly any metal part made using other casting methods can be produced through sand casting. Cores can be used to create complex internal structures, making sand casting well suited for intricate components.
The sand casting process begins by creating a pattern of the part, including the metal delivery system (gates and risers). A sand mixture with bonding agents is packed around the pattern to form a mold. Once the pattern is removed, it leaves a cavity shaped like the part. Molten metal is then poured into the cavity and solidifies as it cools.
After solidification the mold is broken apart and excess material is removed, leaving the casting. Machining can be used to improve surface finish and dimensional tolerance, if required. Because of its versatility and ability to create large and complex shapes, sand casting is widely used across demanding industries such as defense, petrochemical, and mining.
MetalTek produces sand castings over 36,000 pounds pour weight and 18,000 pounds finished weight at our Carondelet Division.
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