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Manufacturing Process

Investment Casting

Precision casting process for complex stainless steel and alloy components that need near-net shape production with optional machining.

Process Overview

Investment Casting for industrial component production

Precision casting process for complex stainless steel and alloy components that need near-net shape production with optional machining.

Process selection should be confirmed by material, geometry, tolerance, surface finish, quantity, application environment and inspection requirement.

Tolerance Casting tolerance depends on size, geometry, alloy and standard. Critical dimensions are commonly finished by CNC machining.

Engineering Data

Materials, advantages, limitations and applications

Typical Materials

  • CF8
  • CF8M
  • CF3M
  • 304
  • 316
  • 316L
  • 2205
  • 2507

Advantages

  • Complex geometry
  • Near-net shape
  • Repeat OEM production
  • Good surface potential

Limitations

  • Tooling is usually required
  • Final tolerances may need machining
  • Lead time depends on mold and casting review

Typical Products

  • Pump impellers
  • Valve bodies
  • Marine hardware
  • Coffee machine parts

Surface Finish

Finish depends on material and application

As-cast, blasted, machined, polished or passivated according to product requirement.

Quality Control

Inspection points for process review

Related Products

Products using Investment Casting

Related Blog Articles

Technical guides on the official AODSON website

Related Capability Pages

Capability details remain on the main site

Related Materials & Industries

Connect process selection with material and application context

Related Materials

  • 316 Stainless Steel
  • CF8M
  • 2205 Duplex Stainless Steel
  • 2507 Super Duplex Stainless Steel

Industries

  • Pump
  • Marine
  • Machinery
  • Food Processing

FAQ

Process selection questions

Can AODSON recommend a process from drawings?

Yes. Send drawings, samples, material, quantity and application details for RFQ review.

Is the same process suitable for every material?

No. Material grade, geometry, tolerance and surface finish determine the suitable process route.

Can casting and machining be combined?

Yes. Many complex parts use casting for shape and machining for critical dimensions.

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