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Metal Casting

Metal Casting reviews Subtitle: A Sand Casting Manual for the Small Foundry
Author(s): Chastain, Stephen
Publisher: Steve Chastain
Format: Paperback
List Price:  Rs. 970

Category: Art

ISBN-13: 9780970220332
ISBN-10: 0970220332
Language: English
Pages: 192
Dimensions:
Age Range: All Ages

Overview:

Cast Metal in Sand Molds Using Your Own Backyard Foundry! 

Part 2 of the Sand Casting Manual continues by describing more advanced techniques. Using non-technical terms, Steve Chastain, a mechanical and materials engineer shows you how to cast metal parts for little cost in your own back yard! Sold in over 30 countries, Chastain's popular Small Foundry Series" is good for both the beginner and experience metal caster.

You will learn:
  • How to make your own foundry tools and equipment
  • About copper alloys, aluminum and cast iron
  • About solidification of metals and why it matters
  • How to design gates and risers for castings
  • The use of chills, insulated pads and riser sleeves
  • How to make patterns
  • How to make rubber molds and match plates
  • The casting of pistons and cylinder heads
  • See the original Flathead V-8 castings being produced