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Investment Casting Variables
Casting size and shape determines the tolerance required to allow for process variables. These allowances will vary by foundry, depending on foundry experience or specialty.Many process factors affect investment casting tolerances including:
- Wax or plastic temperature
- Die temperature
- Pressure of injection
- Firing temperature
- Mold or shell backup sand composition
- Rate of cool
- Heat Treat
- Staightening
- Machining
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