Part System |
Part Name |
Material |
Casting Process |
Technical Advantages |
Heavy-duty truck axle |
Leaf spring seat |
Carbon steel |
Coated sand casting
/Lost wax casting |
Multiple process layouts can take advantage of the advantages of two processes, with flexible production arrangements and high efficiency |
Mining truck axle |
Steering knuckle axle seat |
Carbon steel |
Coated sand casting |
Multiple process layouts can take advantage of the advantages of two processes, with flexible production arrangements and high efficiency |
heavy-duty truck exhausted system |
Exhaust bend pipe |
Carbon steel |
Lost wax casting |
Lost wax casting process, good product surface quality, less mold cost, and small quatity production. |
The technical parameters of the steel casting process are meticulously curated to adjust for the type of steel casting, be it carbon steel casting or the more intricate alloy steel casting. These parameters are also adapted based on the casting's shape, size, and specific production needs. Below, we delve into some pivotal technical parameters of the steel casting process that define excellence:
- Chemical Composition:
- Carbon (C): Carbon content in carbon steel castings typically ranges from 0.1% to 0.6%. Carbon profoundly influences the casting's strength, hardness, and toughness. As carbon content rises, expect increased strength and hardness, albeit with a compromise in toughness.
- Manganese (Mn): Generally ranging from 0.5% to 1.5%, manganese serves to enhance steel's strength and hardenability. It also interacts with sulfur, mitigating sulfur's detrimental effects.
- Silicon (Si): With typical content between 0.15% to 0.6%, silicon bolsters steel's strength and hardness while boosting its deoxidation capabilities.
- Alloying Elements: In alloy steel castings, elements like chromium (Cr), nickel (Ni), molybdenum (Mo), and vanadium (V) are incorporated, tailored to the specific steel grade. These elements significantly elevate the steel casting's properties, offering enhancements such as increased strength, hardness, wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and heat endurance.
- Melting Temperature:
- Typically, the melting temperature for steel castings spans from 1500°C to 1600°C. At these temperatures, alloying elements are thoroughly dissolved, ensuring homogeneity in molten steel composition. It also facilitates the effective removal of gases and impurities, thus optimizing the molten steel's quality.
- Deoxidation Method and Deoxidizer Dosage:
- The choice of deoxidizers, such as ferromanganese, ferrosilicon, and aluminum, is crucial. The method and dosage of deoxidizer are contingent on the steel's grade and desired molten steel quality. Aluminum, known for its potent deoxidation ability, is frequently employed for killed steel deoxidation, typically added at 0.02% to 0.05%.
- Pouring Temperature:
- Pouring temperatures typically range from 1400°C to 1500°C, contingent on the casting's size, shape, and complexity. Complex and thin-walled castings necessitate higher pouring temperatures to ensure proper mold-filling. Conversely, for thick-walled castings, the pouring temperature can be lowered to minimize defects like shrinkage cavities and porosity.
- Performance Parameters of Molding Sand:
- Permeability: Molding sand must possess adequate permeability to ensure that gases generated during pouring are efficiently expelled, preventing gas hole defects. The permeability value, usually between 50 and 200, is determined by the casting size and steel casting type.
- Strength: Molding sand requires robust strength to endure the molten steel's pressure and impact, preventing mold damage and sand inclusion defects. Wet strength typically ranges from 0.1 to 0.3 MPa, while dry strength is between 0.8 and 2.0 MPa.
- Refractoriness: The refractoriness of the molding sand must be exceptionally high to withstand the intense erosion caused by high-temperature molten steel. It is crucial to maintain a refractoriness level exceeding 1500°C to ensure quality and durability in the casting process.
- Pouring Speed:
- The pouring speed is a critical factor influencing casting quality. An excessively rapid pouring speed can lead to undesirable defects such as sand washing and gas entrainment, jeopardizing the integrity of the casting. Conversely, a pouring speed that's too slow can result in insufficient pouring and cold shut, compromising the final product. For smaller castings, the pouring time can vary from several seconds to a few minutes, while larger castings might require several hours to pour. Thus, the pouring speed must be meticulously adjusted to align with the specific requirements of each casting scenario.
- Heat Treatment Process Parameters:
- Steel castings typically undergo essential heat treatment processes to enhance their microstructure and mechanical properties. These processes include normalizing, annealing, quenching, and tempering. Normalizing is conducted at temperatures between 850°C and 950°C, with holding times adjusted based on casting thickness. Quenching is performed at temperatures from 800°C to 900°C, while tempering occurs between 500°C and 700°C. The precise temperature and holding duration are determined by the specific steel grade and the desired performance characteristics of the casting, ensuring optimal results.
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Founded in 2024, Qingdao Starise Metal Technology Co., Ltd. is a premier industry and trade integration enterprise that excels in the research, development, production, and global exportation of precision casting parts. With over 30 years of profound industry expertise and backed by its own factory, the company operates a state-of-the-art production facility sprawling over 47,000 square meters, which includes 10,000 square meters of high-standard workshops. This impressive setup boasts an annual production capacity exceeding 30,000 tons of precision cast steel parts. The company's exceptional products have reached more than 20 countries and regions across Europe, America, and Asia, earning a stellar reputation worldwide.
Our History:
1. Founding Period (1996-1998):
Since its establishment in 1996 in Pingdu City, Qingdao, China, the company has been dedicated to delivering top-tier precision casting solutions, primarily serving the agricultural machinery and automotive axle sectors. During its formative years, the company excelled in small-scale precision casting, utilizing traditional silica gel precision casting technology with a focus on quality.
2. Technological Accumulation and Expansion (1998-2014):
With the introduction of cutting-edge investment casting and sand casting technologies in 1998, the company expanded its capabilities to produce medium and large-scale precision castings. Achieving ISO9001 certification in 2006 marked a milestone in ensuring consistent quality and reliability of its offerings. From 2009 to 2014, significant expansions in production facilities and the adoption of enhanced casting processes allowed the company to meet the rising demand for diverse, multi-batch, and customized manufacturing.
3. Brand Marketing (2016-2020):
In 2016, the company initiated a strategic focus on brand building, exemplified by active participation in domestic and international industry exhibitions to boost brand visibility. By 2017, it had successfully expanded its global market footprint and forged long-term partnerships with international clients. By 2020, the company was renowned for its array of patented technologies, elevating product precision and quality to new heights.
4. Technological Innovation and Sustainable Development (2018-2024):
In 2018, the establishment of a dedicated research and development center underscored the company's commitment to pioneering new materials and processes. The development of an environmentally friendly precision casting process in 2019 marked a significant achievement, drastically reducing pollution emissions while enhancing the quality of castings. By 2020, recognition as a national high-tech enterprise celebrated the company's leadership in technological innovation.
5. Intelligent Manufacturing and Future Vision:
Amidst the challenges of the 2019 global pandemic, the company proactively adapted its market strategy, bolstering its online marketing and service capabilities to ensure business continuity and growth. In 2021, an intelligent manufacturing initiative demonstrated integration of automation and information technology, propelling production efficiency and management capabilities to new levels.
6. Looking Ahead:
Starise Metal remains unwavering in its innovation-driven development philosophy, relentlessly pursuing a leadership role in the global precision casting landscape.
Material |
Carbon Steel |
Ductile Iron |
Alloy Steel |
Stainless Steel |
Manganese Steel |
Material Grade/Designation |
ZG200-400 ZG230-450 ZG270-500 ZG310-570 ZG340-640 Q235 |
QT350-22L QT400-18 QT400-18L QT450-10 QT500-7 QT600-3 QT700-2 QT800-2 QT900-2 QTD800-10 QTD900-8 QTD1050-6 QTD1200-3 QTD1400-1 |
ZG20Mn, ZG30Mn ZG40Mn, ZG20Mn2 ZG35CrMnSi, ZG40Cr ZG35CrMo, ZG42CrMo AH36,EH36,FH36 Q420qE,Q500qE 16MnDR 09MnNiDR ZGD410-620 ZGD535-720 ZGD650-830 ZGD730-310 ZGD840-1030 ZGD1030-1240 ZGD1240-1450 |
06Cr19Ni10 022Cr19Ni10 06Cr17Ni12Mo2 022Cr17Ni12Mo2 06Cr18Ni12Mo2Cu2 015Cr21Ni26Mo5Cu2 12Cr13 30Cr13 68Cr17 022Cr12 10Cr17 019Cr19Mo2NbTi 022Cr23Ni5Mo3N 022Cr25Ni7Mo4N 05Cr17Ni4Cu4Nb 07Cr15Ni7Mo2AL |
ZGMn13-1 ZGMn13-2 ZGMn13-3 ZGMn13Cr2 Q355B Q460C 30Mn2Cr10 40Mn18Cr3 ZGMn18Cr2
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Standard |
AISI - American Iron and Steel Institute ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials DIN - Deutsches Institut für Normung BS - British Standards ANSI - American National Standards Institute JIS - Japanese Industrial Standards AFNOR - Association Française de Normalisation AS - Standards Australia ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers EN--European Norm GB--National Standard Chinese |
Note |
Apart from the above materials, we can cast based on customers' specifications |
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Packaging
Rust Prevention Treatment:
To safeguard the integrity of our cast steel parts during transit and storage, we employ advanced rust prevention treatments. These may include the application of anti-rust paint or oil, especially essential to protect against oxidation. For environments with heightened corrosion risks, such as chemical or petroleum sectors, we offer specialized anti-corrosion coatings tailored to meet those challenges.
Cushioning Packaging:
Our packaging strategy encompasses the use of high-quality cushioning materials to protect cast steel parts during transit. We utilize durable foam plastics, sponges, and air cushion films to mitigate impact-related damages. For precision-engineered components, particularly those with stringent accuracy demands or requiring immediate dispatch, we implement multi-layer cushioning systems to ensure impeccable stability and protection throughout the journey.
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Transportation
Meticulous planning of transportation routes is paramount, factoring in road conditions, bridge weights, and tunnel heights to facilitate a smooth journey for our transport vehicles. Large or heavy cast steel parts may necessitate coordination with road authorities, securing necessary permits, and implementing escort measures to ensure unimpeded and secure transport.
Transportation Insurance:
To mitigate potential risks during transit, we strongly advocate for transportation insurance for our cast steel parts. Our insurance selection process is thorough, taking into account the goods' value, chosen mode of transport, and the journey specifics to tailor an optimal insurance plan that best safeguards your investment.
Loading and Unloading Requirements:
Expert handling during loading and unloading is critical. We deploy specialized equipment like forklifts and cranes, operated by skilled professionals. Our focus is on preventing any collision or damage to the cast steel parts while maintaining the safety and stability of the handling equipment throughout the loading and unloading process.
1. Q: How to get a quotation?
A: Please send your 2D drawings and 3D model with the required material, annual usage or lot quantity to us.
2. Q: What is the MOQ?
A: According to the part's specification, material, technical demands etc. For some parts, 1 pcs is also acceptable.
3. Q: What is our advantage?
A: We have built a complete and strict quality control management system, from material to finished products.
We can offer you the best service for casting, machining, and sheet metal parts withthe most favorable unit price and freight cost within 48 hours.
4. Q: Do we have in-house engineering capability?
A: Yes, our engineering team has rich experience from the finished OEM and ODM projects, and we can also supply you with some suggestions during the production process.
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