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  • Stainless Steel Investment Casting Butterfly Valve Body
  • Stainless Steel Investment Casting Butterfly Valve Body
  • Stainless Steel Investment Casting Butterfly Valve Body
  • Stainless Steel Investment Casting Butterfly Valve Body

Stainless Steel Investment Casting Butterfly Valve Body

This butterfly valve body is manufactured using stainless steel investment casting (lost-wax casting), ensuring superior dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and corrosion resistance. Designed for general industrial, water treatment, and chemical processing applications, it provides reliable sealing and long-term durability in demanding environments.
  • Stainless Steel Investment Casting Butterfly Valve Body
  • Stainless Steel Investment Casting Butterfly Valve Body

Description

Stainless Steel Investment Casting Butterfly Valve Body:Precision-Engineered for High-Performance Flow Control
Key Features

  1. Material Excellence
    • Grade: 304/316L stainless steel (optional duplex/super duplex grades).
    • Corrosion Resistance: Withstands aggressive media, including seawater, acids, and chlorides.
    • Temperature Range: -20°C to +180°C (dependent on sealing material).
  2. Precision Casting Advantages
    • Tolerances: ±0.1mm (critical for leak-free performance).
    • Surface Finish: Ra ≤ 3.2 μm (reduces friction and wear).
    • Complex Geometry: Enables integrated flow channels and lightweight designs.
  3. Structural Integrity
    • Pressure Rating: ANSI Class 150/300 (PN16/PN25 compatible).
    • Wall Thickness: Optimized for strength without unnecessary weight.
    • ISO 5211 Mounting Flange: Standardized interface for actuators/gears.
  4. Leak-Proof Design
    • Seat Compatibility: Fits EPDM, NBR, PTFE, and metal seats.
    • Bubble-Tight Sealing: Minimizes fugitive emissions (compliant with ISO 5208 Rate A).

Applications

  • Water & Wastewater: Flow regulation in pipelines and treatment plants.
  • Chemical Industry: Handling corrosive liquids and slurries.
  • HVAC Systems: Control of heating/cooling fluids in large buildings.
  • Marine & Offshore: Saltwater-resistant valves for ships and oil platforms.

Manufacturing Process

  1. Wax Pattern Creation: High-precision molds ensure exact replica dimensions.
  2. Ceramic Shell Coating: Protects against metal penetration and enhances surface quality.
  3. Dewaxing & Sintering: Prepares the shell for molten stainless steel pouring.
  4. Post-Casting Operations:
    • Heat treatment (solution annealing) for stress relief.
    • CNC machining of critical surfaces (flange, bore, seat groove).
    • Non-destructive testing (X-ray, dye penetrant inspection).

Quality Certifications

Standard Scope
ISO 9001 Quality management system compliance.
ASTM A351 Material specification for CF8/CF8M castings.
PED 2014/68/EU EU pressure equipment directive (optional).
API 609 Butterfly valve design standard (optional).

Why Choose This Product?

  • Cost-Effective: Investment casting reduces machining time vs. forging/welding.
  • Longevity: Stainless steel resists pitting, crevice corrosion, and erosion.
  • Customization: Available in wafer, lug, or flanged configurations (DN50–DN1200).

"Precision-Cast for Performance. Built to Last in Harsh Environments."


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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