Precision Casting

About Precision Casting

Precision cast parts produced from various materials are used in the following sectors:
- Aerospace
- Art and design
- Automotive industry
- Commercial sector
- Hand tools
- Medical technology
- Military
- Process machinery

Precision casting is employed in aerospace and electrical power sectors to manufacture turbine blades with complex geometries or cooling structures. Investment cast blades may be produced as single-crystal (SX), directionally solidified (DS) or conventional equiaxed types. Firearm manufacturers use this process to produce firearm housings, triggers, hammers and other precision parts at a lower manufacturing cost. Other sectors utilising investment cast components include the military, medical technology, industrial manufacturing and the automotive industry.

With improved availability of 3D printers with higher resolution, 3D printing has been used to manufacture larger moulds for investment casting. Planetary Resources used this method to print the mould for a new small satellite television for PC. The mould is then dipped in ceramic. This ceramic dipping forms the investment cast component for a titanium bus that incorporates a fuel tank and an embedded cable conduit.

Main Features of Precision Casting:

Detailed Geometries: Precision casting, also known as investment casting, permits the manufacture of complex geometries, fine details and shapes that are difficult to achieve by other manufacturing methods.

Versatility: The process is applicable to a broad range of metals and alloys, including steel, stainless steel, aluminium and brass, thereby meeting varied industry requirements.

Controlled Surface Finish: Precision cast parts exhibit controlled surface finishes and maintain tight tolerances, which reduces the need for additional machining.

Single-Piece Components: Components can be cast as a single unit, thereby eliminating the requirement for welding or assembly and providing a continuous structure.

Dimensional Consistency: The method ensures high dimensional accuracy and repeatability, making it suitable for the production of identical or near-identical batches of components.

Applications of Precision Casting:

Aerospace: Precision cast parts are used in aircraft engines, turbine blades, structural components and complex assemblies where performance and reliability are required.

Automotive Manufacturing: The process is applied in the production of engine components, transmission parts and intricate mounting systems for automotive applications.

Medical Technology: Components for medical devices, implants and instruments are produced using precision casting, which handles detailed designs and biocompatible materials.

Industrial Machinery: The process is employed in the manufacture of gears, impellers, pump housings and other essential components in industrial machinery.

Jewellery: Precision casting is used for the production of jewellery that demands high levels of detail and dimensional precision.

Quality Assurance in Precision Casting:

Our precision casting services are carried out by manufacturers who adhere to established technical specifications. Each casting is subjected to stringent quality controls to ensure compliance with prescribed industry standards.