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Parameters affecting spin casting of decorative and mechanical parts

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dc.contributor.author Barnard, L.J.
dc.contributor.author De Beer, D.J.
dc.contributor.author Campbell, R.I.
dc.contributor.other Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein
dc.date.accessioned 2015-09-23T12:56:09Z
dc.date.available 2015-09-23T12:56:09Z
dc.date.issued 2009
dc.date.issued 2009
dc.identifier.issn 16844998
dc.identifier.uri http://hdl.handle.net/11462/529
dc.description Published Article en_US
dc.description.abstract Spin casting is widely used as a batch manufacturing process for decorative products. In the process, moulds are filled by taking advantage of the centrifugal effect, which is used to increase the pressure within the moulds, resulting in more detailed products. In this study, we analyse the different parameters that could affect the casting of mechanical parts through spin casting. Through this study, the user will be guided in the selection of parameters that will result in a certain degree of accuracy. The parameters were determined by performing numerous experiments using zinc alloy and tin-based pewter as casting materials. Results were obtained by casting approximately 15 000 parts in various positions, and at various clamping pressures, rotational speeds and temperatures in both the mould and the material. The experiments were undertaken by varying one parameter at a time, and with each set parameter repeated once, resulting in 100 test pieces per parameter for evaluation. From the results obtained, a series of critical factors and parameters, which are driven by part characteristics or features, has been studied. Contrary to following a modelling approach, the research was conducted following an action-research approach, with planned activities, but where actual results have defined the follow-up procedures. These guidelines will help industrial users ensure the accuracy of parts produced by spin casting. Also, since this project attempted to create a database of results that can be applied in future, it furthermore implies that the data created for the first time can be used in a numerical modelling approach in further / follow-up research. No such data was available from any previous research. en_US
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dc.language.iso en_US en_US
dc.publisher Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 7, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein
dc.relation.ispartofseries Journal for New Generation Sciences;Vol 7, Issue 2
dc.subject Spin casting en_US
dc.subject Decorative parts en_US
dc.subject Mechanical parts en_US
dc.subject Accuracy en_US
dc.title Parameters affecting spin casting of decorative and mechanical parts en_US
dc.type Article en_US
dc.rights.holder Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein


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