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  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder

Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder

Silica sol precision casting—also known as silica sol investment casting or lost-wax casting—is a high-precision metal casting process widely used in aerospace, automotive, shipbuilding, medical devices, industrial machinery, agricultural equipment, and architectural hardware.
This process delivers tight dimensional tolerances (CT4–CT6), excellent surface finishes (Ra 1.6–3.2 μm), and allows the production of complex geometries and thin-walled structures that are difficult to achieve with other casting methods.

  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder
  • Stainless Steel 304 316 Investment Casting (Silica Sol Precision Casting) Filter Element Holder

Description

Stainless Steel Cast Filter Housing

Overview

Our stainless steel cast filter housing is a premium component designed for high - performance filtration applications across various industries. It is manufactured through a precise casting process, ensuring exceptional structural integrity and durability.

Key Features

  1. Material Excellence: Made from high - quality stainless steel, such as 304 or 316L, which offers excellent corrosion resistance. This makes the filter housing suitable for use in harsh environments, including those with exposure to chemicals, high humidity, or saline solutions. It can withstand extreme temperatures, both high and low, without compromising its mechanical properties.
  2. Precision Casting: The casting process allows for the creation of complex and precise shapes. This ensures a perfect fit for the filter elements and a seamless integration within the filtration system. The smooth internal surface of the housing reduces the risk of fluid turbulence and pressure drops, enhancing the overall filtration efficiency.
  3. High Strength and Durability: The stainless steel construction provides high tensile strength, enabling the filter housing to withstand high - pressure applications. It is resistant to wear and tear, ensuring a long service life and reducing the need for frequent replacements.
  4. Leak - Proof Design: The housing is designed with tight seals and gaskets to prevent any leakage of the filtered or unfiltered fluid. This ensures the integrity of the filtration process and protects the surrounding equipment and environment from contamination.
  5. Easy Maintenance: The filter housing is designed for easy disassembly and reassembly, facilitating quick and convenient filter element replacement. This minimizes downtime during maintenance operations and keeps the filtration system running efficiently.

Applications

  1. Chemical Industry: Used in the filtration of various chemicals, including acids, alkalis, and solvents. The corrosion - resistant properties of stainless steel make it an ideal choice for protecting downstream equipment from chemical impurities.
  2. Food and Beverage Industry: Ensures the purity of food and beverage products by filtering out contaminants such as particles, bacteria, and yeast. The stainless steel material meets strict hygiene standards and is easy to clean and sanitize.
  3. Pharmaceutical Industry: Plays a crucial role in the production of pharmaceuticals by providing sterile filtration. The high - precision design and leak - proof construction prevent any contamination of the drug products during the filtration process.
  4. Water Treatment: Used in water treatment plants for the removal of suspended solids, sediments, and microorganisms from drinking water and industrial wastewater. The durable stainless steel construction can withstand the corrosive nature of some water treatment chemicals.
  5. Oil and Gas Industry: Filters out impurities from crude oil, natural gas, and other petroleum products. The high - pressure resistance of the filter housing makes it suitable for use in upstream and downstream oil and gas operations.

Customization Options

We offer a wide range of customization options to meet the specific requirements of our customers. This includes different sizes, shapes, and connection types for the filter housing. We can also incorporate additional features such as pressure gauges, drain valves, and sampling ports to enhance the functionality of the filtration system. Our experienced engineering team works closely with customers to design and manufacture filter housings that are tailored to their unique applications.

Silica Sol Precision Casting Process
STEP 01
Wax Pattern Creation
Wax patterns are produced according to the customer’s CAD drawings or samples. This step determines the final dimensions, shape, and surface quality.
STEP 02
Shell Building with Silica Sol Slurry
The wax pattern is repeatedly dipped in a high-purity silica sol slurry and coated with refractory zircon sand, forming a strong ceramic shell.
STEP 03
Drying
Each layer is dried in a constant temperature and humidity environment to avoid cracks and ensure shell integrity.
STEP 04
Dewaxing & Shell Sintering
Wax is removed, and the ceramic shell is sintered at high temperature to achieve strength and dimensional stability.
STEP 05
Metal Pouring
Molten stainless steel 304, 316, carbon steel, alloy steel, or non-ferrous alloys are poured into the shell.
STEP 06
Shell Removal & Cleaning
The shell is broken away, and the raw casting is cleaned of any residual material.
STEP 07
Heat Treatment & Finishing
Heat treatments such as annealing, hardening, tempering, or surface hardening are applied to improve mechanical properties. Surface treatments like electropolishing or mirror polishing are available upon request.


Advantages of Silica Sol Investment Casting

· High Dimensional Accuracy – Tolerance grade CT4–CT6, ISO 8062 standards.
· Excellent Surface Finish – Ra 1.6–3.2 μm as-cast, Ra 0.8–3.2 μm after machining.
· Complex Shape Capability – Thin walls (0.5–0.8 mm) and intricate geometries.
· Material Versatility – Stainless steel, carbon steel, alloy steel, aluminum alloys, copper alloys.
· Reduced Machining – Near-net-shape production reduces post-processing time and cost.
· OEM & ODM Service – Fully customized according to drawings or samples.



Technical Specifications

Parameter

Specification

Materials

SS304 (CF8 / 1.4308), 304L (CF3), 316 (CF8M / 1.4408), 316L (CF3M / 1.4404 / 1.4409), WCB (1.0619), Carbon Steel #25/#35/#45, Alloy Steel, Aluminum Alloy, Copper Alloy

Casting Process

Silica Sol Precision Casting / Investment Casting / Lost-Wax Casting

Machining

CNC Machining Centers, CNC Lathes

Casting Tolerance

ISO 2768-mK, VDG P690 D1-D2, ISO 8062-3-2007 DCTG4-6, GCTG4-6

Casting Roughness

Ra 1.6–3.2 μm

Machining Tolerance

±0.005 mm, ISO 2768-f

Machining Roughness

Ra 0.8–3.2 μm

Weight Range

0.01–150 kg

Min. Wall Thickness

0.5–0.8 mm

Furnace Capacity

200 T

Finishing

Acid Passivation, Electropolishing, Mirror Polishing, Custom Surface Treatments

Heat Treatment

Annealing, Normalizing, Hardening, Tempering, Surface Hardening


Applications

Our silica sol precision castings are widely used in:
· Aerospace components
· Automotive parts & valve bodies
· Marine and shipbuilding hardware
· Medical instruments & surgical tools
· Industrial machinery & pump housings
· Agricultural machinery parts
· Architectural fittings & decorative hardware
· Pipe fittings & flanges
· OEM/ODM custom projects

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or products.we have experienced
techinicians to help you design
what you want.