Точное литье рабочих колес из нержавеющей стали: технология и применение
Process Overview
The manufacturing of stainless steel impellers through precision casting involves several key stages:
Pattern Creation
Wax patterns injection molded using precision dies
3D-printed patterns for prototype development
Cluster assembly with gating system
Shell Building
Primary ceramic coating with zircon flour
Secondary coatings with fused silica
Silica sol binder system application
Metal Casting
Austenitic (304/316) or duplex stainless steel alloys
Vacuum-assisted pouring at 1500-1600°C
Controlled solidification process
Post-Processing
Heat treatment (solution annealing)
CNC machining of critical surfaces
Dynamic balancing testing
Технические характеристики
Dimensional Accuracy: ±0.15mm per 25mm
Surface Finish: Ra 1.6-3.2μm (as-cast)
Wall Thickness: 1.5mm minimum
Pressure Rating: Up to 25MPa (depending on design)
Меры контроля качества
Radiographic inspection for internal defects
Liquid penetrant testing for surface cracks
Material certification to ASTM A351/A743
Hydrostatic pressure testing
Impeller dynamic balance verification
Performance Advantages
Corrosion Resistance: Excellent performance in aggressive media
Cavitation Resistance: Superior microstructure integrity
Hydraulic Efficiency: Optimized surface finish reduces turbulence
Mechanical Strength: 20-30% higher than machined counterparts
Отраслевые приложения
Chemical Processing: Acid circulation pumps
Water Treatment: High-pressure reverse osmosis systems
Marine Engineering: Seawater handling pumps
Power Generation: Cooling water circulation
Emerging Technologies
Simulation-based gating system design
AI-driven process parameter optimization
Additive manufacturing for hybrid tooling
Nanostructured surface treatments
