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Water Or Air? Examining Permanent Mold Cooling Methods

Document Type

Article

Journal/Book/Conference Title

Modern Casting

Volume

92

Issue

2

First Page

23

Last Page

26

Abstract

The air cooling and water cooling for temperature control in permanent mold casting systems were studied to examine their advantages. The dependence of mold life and production of sound castings on the ability of the cooling systems to regulate heat flow was signified. Analysis suggested that uneven solidification produced high residual stresses in the casting which resulted in distortion and dimensional instability. The use of cooling fins and compressed air as designing contours in the mold was found to enhance the air's cooling capabilities. The circulation of water in water jackets welded directly to the mold resulted in effective heat dissipation in water cooling systems.

Department

Department of Industrial Technology

Original Publication Date

2-1-2002

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