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Manufacturing Process Overview

Sand Casting

Form a sand mold around a pattern, pour metal, then break out the casting.

Advantages

Flexible for large geometries
Lower tooling cost than die casting
Wide alloy possibilities

Limitations

Coarser surfaces and tolerances vs die casting/CNC
More machining stock often required
Labor and variability depend on foundry practice

How it works

Build pattern and mold
Pour molten metal
Shake out and remove gates
Heat treat/machine as required

Typical fit: Large metal parts and lower-volume housings/frames

Compatible Materials

Carbon Steel

Economical structural and machined steel when corrosion resistance is handled by coatings or environment.

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