Frequently Asked Questions
PRODUCTS, PROCESSES & ENQUIRIES
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
About our products and processes.
What products does YX CAST offer?
The product range includes high-chromium heat and wear resistant castings, chromium-nickel heat and corrosion resistant alloys, carbon steel and engineering castings, and ductile iron components. Browse the Product Center to explore each family.
What is lost foam casting?
Lost foam casting, also called full mold casting, uses a refractory-coated foam pattern embedded in dry sand. During pouring under negative pressure, molten metal replaces the pattern and forms the casting.
What information helps define a casting?
A product drawing and revision, material grade, dimensions, operating conditions and acceptance criteria provide a useful basis for discussing a casting.
Which industries use these products?
Applications include iron and steel, heat treatment, mining and cement, energy and environment, and general machinery.
How should I prepare an enquiry?
Include drawings, material requirements, quantities, machining and inspection needs, operating temperatures and the main wear conditions. The contact form can prepare these details as a downloadable draft or an email.
How can I include drawings?
Create your enquiry draft, open it in your email application and attach the drawings before sending. You can also download the draft as a text file.