Applications of grey iron castings

Introduction to Grey Iron Castings

It is a type of cast iron which is characterised by a graphitic microstructure

It is named so, due to the presence of graphite which leads to a creation of fracture which is grey in colour

Key characteristics of grey iron castings arte high specific heat capacity and thermal conductivity

Advantage of Grey Iron castings

Relatively less costlier compared to other types of iron casting

Since graphite lubricates the cut, it has a good machinability

Excellent resistance to wear and galling due to self-lubrication of graphite flakes

Cost economical

Uses and Applications of Grey Iron Castings

Controlling or damping vibrations in a vast range of applications

Applications that require Dimensional stability

High strength to weight ratios

Flexibility in formulation which enables to meet particular requirements of different applications

Applications of Grey Iron Castings

Due to the flexibility in its metallurgy, grey iron castings find a vast range of applications. Some of them include:

Forges Pumps and valves Rolling mills and foundries Aerospace and automotives

Vast range of Original Equipment Manufacturings (OEMs) Mines and quarries Local civil authorities Rolling stock and railways Sculptors Artists

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