Aluminum and Cast Parts. Casting is a popular way of making different things out of metal. It is generally described as a process of manufacturing in which liquid, usually liquidized elements, are poured into a mold or caster, which has a hollow cavity resembling a certain shape and then cooled down until it turns solid. The solidified metal is then broken out of the caster to complete the casting process. Casting is usually used for intricate shapes that would be complicated with the use of other processes. Casting has been practiced by people ages ago. As a matter of fact, casting was first done 6000 years ago. The first ever casting product was a copper frog dating from 3200 BC.
Casting can be done by two kinds, the expendable casting and the non-expendable casting. Expendable casting processes lost-wax technique moldings such as sand, shell, plaster and others. It also uses expendable mold casting is a generic classification that includes sand, plastic, shell, plaster, and investment (lost-wax technique) moldings. This method of mold casting involves the use of momentary, non-reusable molds. On the other hand, non-expendable casting uses molds and casters that are not temporary. It involves four techniques, the permanent, die, continuous and centrifugal casting.
One element commonly used in casting process is the aluminum. Cast parts for aluminum are used in this process. Aluminum is usually used for casting process because it can be formed into obscure shapes easily. Also, aluminum has great heat conductivity. It can also resist corrosion, making it nearly indestructible. Plus, aluminum preserves it strength despite very high temperature.
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