Typical Applications for Gray Iron Casting

Ductile Iron Casting is particularly well suited for Valves, Pump - Gears and Rollers, Spring Hangers, Suspension Parts, Wheel Hubs, Bearing Caps, Hardware, Universal Joints, Threadless Connectors and Flanges, Various Automotive and Agricultural Items.

The changes in physical and mechanical properties that can be produced in gray iron by controlling the characteristics of its free graphite and matrix structures lead to versatility in its application. Gray iron can be effectively used in highly competitive, low cost applications where its founding properties are of paramount importance. Such applications include implement weights, elevator counterweights, guards and frames, enclosures for electrical equipment, and fire hydrants. A variety of iron grades can be used in these applications. Gray iron is also employed in more critical applications in which mechanical or physical property requirements determine iron selection, such as in pressure-sensitive castings, automotive castings, and process furnace parts. gray iron casting is also suited for general machinery, stock fittings, automotive parts, valve bodies, railroad accessories...