Discover the Diverse types of cast iron for Your Manufacturing Needs

Cast iron is a versatile material that offers a wide range of properties and applications. Whether you need high mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, or cost-effectiveness, there is a type of cast iron that can meet your needs. At our foundry, we specialize in producing a variety of cast iron types, including grey iron, ductile iron, white iron, malleable iron, and alloyed cast iron.

Grey Iron

Grey iron is the most commonly used type of cast iron. It is known for its cost-effectiveness, mechanical strength, and excellent casting properties. Its microstructure, characterized by flake-shaped graphite particles, provides it with good compressive strength, stiffness, and wear resistance. Grey iron is commonly used in automotive parts, machinery components, and architectural elements.

Ductile Iron

Ductile iron, also known as nodular iron or spheroidal graphite iron, offers a combination of high strength, ductility, and corrosion resistance. Its unique microstructure, characterized by spherical graphite particles, provides it with higher tensile strength and yield strength than grey iron. Ductile iron is ideal for applications that require high mechanical performance and long-term durability, such as engine blocks, transmissions, and heavy machinery.

White Iron

White iron is known for its high hardness and wear resistance. Its microstructure is characterized by a fine, uniform distribution of carbide particles, which makes it resistant to abrasive wear. White iron is commonly used in applications such as mill liners, crusher jaws, and pump parts.

Malleable Iron

Malleable iron is a type of cast iron that is heat-treated to improve its ductility and machinability. It offers a combination of strength, ductility, and corrosion resistance, making it suitable for applications such as automotive parts, hardware, and machinery components.

Alloyed Cast Iron

Alloyed cast iron is a type of cast iron that is alloyed with elements such as nickel, chromium, and molybdenum to improve its mechanical properties. It offers high strength, corrosion resistance, and heat resistance, making it suitable for applications in harsh and demanding environments.

Choose the right type of cast iron for your next manufacturing project and experience the diverse properties and applications that set cast iron apart from other materials. Contact us today to learn more about how cast iron can benefit your business.