lost foam casting materials
The lost foam casting materials are used for lost foam coating is typically ordinary dry quartz sand, a dry powdered, environmentally friendly coating. It consists of composite refractory powder, along with a blend of organic and inorganic binders and suspending agents. This coating offers excellent properties such as suspension, adsorption, thixotropy, quick drying, air permeability, brushability, leveling, and high resistance to molten steel and cracking at elevated temperatures.
Note: To prevent mechanical sand sticking, a layer of refractory coating must be applied to the surface of the lost foam pattern. During casting, this refractory layer acts as a critical barrier between the molten metal and the molding sand. It plays a vital role in the gasification of the lost foam pattern, the flow of molten metal, and the successful formation of the casting.
lost wax casting materials Technical Specifications
Alloy type | Dilution ratio | Density (g/cm3) | Suspension | High temperature strength | High temperature permeability |
Cast gray iron | 1:(0.6-0.7) | 1.3-1.5 1.3-1.51.3-1.5 | ≥98% | 60-65 | 0.68-0.78 |
Ductile cast iron | 1:(0.6-0.7) | 1.3-1.5 | ≥98% | 60-65 | 0.68-0.78 |
Cast carbon steel | 1:(0.6-0.7) | 1.7-1.9 | ≥98% | 65-68 | 0.6-0.8 |
Cast high manganese steel | 1:(0.6-0.7) | 1.2-1.4 | ≥98% | 50-60 | 0.68-0.78 |

Kewei’s Lost Foam Casting line advantages
- High Precision: Achieves exceptional accuracy in casting, ensuring that components meet stringent specifications.
- Excellent Surface Quality: Delivers superior surface finishes, reducing the need for additional processing.
- Environmental Sustainability: Operates with no emissions or waste, making it an eco-friendly choice in metal casting.

Features of Lost Foam Casting
- High Casting Quality at Low Cost:
The process delivers excellent casting quality while maintaining cost-effectiveness. - Material Versatility:
There are no significant material limitations, allowing for a range of suitable sizes. - Precision and Surface Finish:
Achieves high precision and a smooth surface finish, reducing the need for extensive cleaning and saving on machining time. - Reduced Internal Defects:
Significantly minimizes internal defects, resulting in a compact casting structure. - Large-Scale Mass Production:
Capable of supporting large-scale and mass production of components. - Ideal for Repeated Castings:
Particularly suitable for the mass production of identical castings. - Flexible Operation:
Adaptable for both manual operation and automated production line control. - Environmental Compliance:
The production line’s operational status meets environmental protection technical parameters. - Improved Working Conditions:
Enhances the working environment and production conditions in the casting line, reducing labor intensity and energy consumption.
These features collectively position lost foam casting as a highly efficient and sustainable option in the manufacturing of complex castings.