Balasen Low Temperature Wax Casting

1. Superior Detail Reproduction

Low-temperature waxes in lost wax precision casting capture intricate designs, sharp edges, and textures with exceptional fidelity, ideal for delicate jewelry or micro-engineering parts.

2. Reduced Thermal Stress

Lower melting temperatures in lost wax casting minimize residual stress on molds and materials, ensuring dimensional stability and reducing post-casting defects.

3. Energy Efficiency

Requires less energy for wax melting and ceramic shell curing compared to high-temperature alternatives, lowering operational costs and carbon footprint in wax mold casting.

4. Material Versatility

Compatible with a range of lost wax casting materials including non-ferrous metals (e.g., gold, silver, bronze) and high-performance alloys (e.g., titanium, cobalt-chrome), supporting diverse industrial applications.

5. Faster Production Cycles

Rapid wax burnout and simplified processing in lost wax investment casting enable quicker turnaround times, enhancing productivity for custom or small-batch orders from a specialized investment casting foundry.

6. Eco-Friendly & Safe

Non-toxic wax formulations and reduced emissions align with sustainable manufacturing practices, ensuring safer working environments through professional lost wax casting services.

7. Cost-Effective Prototyping

Enables affordable iterative design testing for prototypes, reducing R&D expenses while maintaining precision in lost wax casting.

Conclusion

Low-temperature wax casting bridges artistry and engineering, offering unmatched precision, efficiency, and versatility. From bespoke luxury items to mission-critical industrial components, it empowers creators to achieve perfection in every cast, especially when partnering with a reliable lost wax casting company like Balasen, which operates as a full-service lost wax casting factory.

1. Technical Parameters

Wax Melting Temperature: 60°C – 100°C (140°F – 212°F).

Ceramic Shell Curing Temperature: 200°C – 400°C (392°F – 752°F).

Metal Pouring Temperature: Varies by alloy (e.g., 900°C–1,200°C for silver; 1,400°C–1,600°C for titanium).

Surface Finish: Achieves Ra 1.6–3.2 µm (63–125 µin) with minimal post-processing.

Tolerance: ±0.1 mm (±0.004 in) for small parts; ±0.3 mm (±0.012 in) for larger components.

Shell Thickness: 5–10 mm (0.2–0.4 in), depending on part size and metal weight.

2. Common Materials

A. Wax Materials

B. Casting Metals & Standards

3. Key Process Standards

Investment Casting Standards:

ASTM B963: Covers dimensional tolerances for castings.

EN 1559-1: Specifies technical delivery conditions for castings.

ISO 8062: Defines geometric tolerancing for cast components.

Wax Material Standards:

ASTM D4726: Specifies industrial wax properties.

EN 13245: Candle and modeling wax safety (applicable to casting waxes).

4. Quality Control Metrics

Dimensional Inspection: CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) or optical scanners.

Defect Testing: X-ray, dye penetrant, or ultrasonic inspection.

Metallurgical Testing: Grain structure analysis (per ASTM E3/E112).

5. Industry-Specific Considerations

Jewelry: Requires compliance with ASTM B563 (Precious Metal Alloys).

Medical/Dental: Must meet ISO 13485 (Quality Management) and ISO 22674 (Dental Alloys).

Aerospace: Adheres to AMS 4991 (Titanium Castings) and EN 2002 (Aerospace Castings).