Metal Casting Zone Info Blog

Archive for July, 2010

• GORGEOUS FOR GIFTS
• COMES IN FOIL GIFT BOX
• TRENDY STYLE
• BRAND NEW
• LEAD COMPLIANT

Product Description
Here is a lovely silver tone metal casting stretch bangle bracelet. This braided bracelet has both smooth and textured surfaces twisted together. This is a classic piece that goes with anything! Will fit up to an 8″ wrist comfortably. Your bracelet will come to you in a foil gift box perfect for gift giving. Please note that box may be a different color than the one shown.

Silver Tone Metal Casting Stretch Bangle Bracelet Fashion Jewelry

Product Description
At one time most towns of any size had somewhere a small foundry which would undertake small casting jobs, often more out of interest and good neighbourliness than for commercial gain. Those days are no more and model engineers in many areas must either adapt commerically available castings or send away to a specialist foundry which will undertake small work, often at some expense and with some delay. The alternative is to set up a home foundry and to make one’s own patterns and castings. This text covers all the basic principles of foundry work, describes materials and techniques, pattern-making, moulding boxes, cores and core-boxes, metals, all types of furnaces, and includes step-by-step procedures with examples of cylinders and wheels.

The Backyard Foundry

• H x H x H
• Non-pressure
• 140 deg D max.
• With Test Cap

Product Description
Sold as each. H x H x H. Non-pressure. 140 deg D max. . 3″. Manufacturer’s number: PVC005011000HA. Country of origin: United States. Distributed by Charlotte Pipe & Foundry.

PVC/DWV Long Turn Tee Wye

• SCH 40 PVC 45 DEG ELBOW
• S x S
• 2″
• Meets ASTM D-2466
• White

Product Description
“CHARLOTTE” PVC 45 DEGREE
ELBOW
*2″
*Slip socket x slip socket
*Schedule 40
*140 degree F. (60 degree C.)
maximum operating temperature
*Meets ASTM D-2466
*Conforms to NSF Standard 61
*White
*Discovery CON, NBR, SUP, COR

Charlotte Pipe & Foundry Pvc 02309 1600 Pvc 45 Degree Elbow 2″ White

In part one he made the sand mold.  Now I melt metal and complete the casting.

• CHARLOTTE” SCH 40 PVC PLUG
• Meets ASTM D-2466
• White
• Bulk
• 3/4″ Spg

Product Description
“CHARLOTTE” SCH 40 PVC PLUG
*Meets ASTM D-2466
*White
*Bulk
*3/4″ Spg

Charlotte Pipe & Foundry Pvc 02118 1000 SCH 40 PVC Plug

I want to begin casting resin pendants and charms, similar to the one shown here: http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.49958760.jpg

What is a good brand of resin for making something like this? Also, I need some advice on how to cast. Anyone know a good website that breaks it down so I won’t mess it up? I know that particular pendant is made with stickers and glitter, which is what I want to cast. Anything special you must do to them before casting? Any details would be greatly appreciated!

Product Description
3530 Bottle Jack 30 Ton AFF Bottle Jacks are built “forge-tough” in a wide selection of capacities for automotive, marine, construction, industrial and agricultural applications where the ability to lift, push, spread, bend, press and straighten either horizontally or vertically are essential. All have pistons for balance and easy positioning. Their saddles are made of machine-hardened steel and each is factory pre-tested at 150% of its rated capacity. AFF Bottle Jacks are also repairable for added value. All models with capacities of 8 tons or higher have convenient carrying handles while Model 3506C comes in a rugged plastic carrying case. To see the American Forge and Foundry Service and Warranty Page Click Here.

3530 Bottle Jack 30 Ton

I’m making an engagement ring for my girlfriend via wax carving (then cast into white gold) but I don’t have much experience to draw from. Is there an on-line community where I could ask questions and get answers from people who have experience? (I know there are classes offered at different schools, but I’m way out in the boonies. No classes out here -_- )
Thanks!