Lost Wax Cast Precision Investment Casting Service Custom Parts For Automobile

Description Of Investment Casting

Investment casting, also known as lost-wax casting, is a manufacturing process that produces precise, high-quality metal parts with intricate details. It involves creating a ceramic mold around a wax pattern, which is later melted away to form the mold cavity. Molten metal is then poured into this cavity to produce the final part.

Investment casting is ideal for producing high-precision components with complex geometries and excellent surface finishes. It is especially valuable in applications where quality, durability, and accuracy are critical. While the process may involve higher initial costs compared to other methods, its ability to produce net-shape parts often reduces overall manufacturing expenses.

Main Process Of Investment Casting

1. Pattern Creation:

A wax pattern (or plastic pattern) is made, typically using injection molding. This pattern is an exact replica of the desired part.

2. Assembly:

Multiple wax patterns can be attached to a central wax sprue to form a "tree," which allows for the production of multiple parts simultaneously.

3. Ceramic Shell Formation:

The wax assembly is dipped into a slurry of ceramic material, coated with fine sand, and allowed to dry. This process is repeated several times to build a thick, durable ceramic shell.

4. Wax Removal:

The ceramic-coated assembly is heated to melt and remove the wax, leaving a hollow mold cavity. This step is where the term "lost-wax casting" originates.

5. Metal Pouring:

Molten metal is poured into the preheated ceramic mold, filling the cavity where the wax pattern once was.

6. Cooling and Solidification:

The metal cools and solidifies inside the mold.

7. Shell Removal:

The ceramic shell is broken away to reveal the cast metal parts.

8. Finishing:

The cast parts are cut from the sprue, cleaned, and may undergo additional processes such as machining, polishing, or heat treatment.

Support and Services

We offer professional investment casting (lost wax casting) services, providing precision solutions for a wide array of industries. Our expertise in this traditional yet highly effective casting method ensures the production of complex and high-quality components with exceptional accuracy and surface finish.

1. Material Versatility:

Capable of casting a variety of metals, including stainless steel, carbon steel, alloy steel, aluminum, brass, and more.

2. Precision and Complexity:

Ideal for creating intricate designs and parts with tight tolerances and complex geometries.

3. Excellent Surface Quality:

Produces smooth surfaces, reducing the need for extensive post-processing.

4. Wide Applications:

Commonly used for components in automotive, aerospace, medical devices, machinery, and robotics industries.

5. Custom Finishes:

Offers additional treatments such as polishing, painting, plating, and sandblasting to enhance durability and aesthetics.

6. Flexible Production Volumes:

Supports both low-volume prototypes and high-volume production runs, ensuring cost-effectiveness and scalability.

7. End-to-End Service:

From design assistance and material selection to post-processing and quality assurance, we provide comprehensive support to meet your needs.

FAQ

Q1: Are you trade company or manufacturer?

A1: We are professional manufacturer with over 17 years' experience, we have self-operated factories, welcome to visit our factories.

Q2:Do you offer OEM or ODM business?

A2: Yes. OEM and ODM are our main business.

Q3:What services do your company offer?

A3: One-stop metal/plastic fabrication service. Main processing: cnc machining, die casting, investment casting, sheet metal fabricaiton, injection molding.

Q4: Can you help assembling the parts after it is manufactured?

A4: Yes. Our factory has multiple assembling lines.

Q5: What is the price of our product?

A5: The price is depend on your projects. Typically, our prices are competitive.

Q6: What is the delivery time?

A6: Usually 7~15 working days for sample, 30 working days for mass production.

Q7: Will my drawing or other documents be safe after you get it?

A7: Yes. We can sign confidential aggrement for all your projects