Graphite ingot molds and rods in casting
Graphite is a carbon material very resistant to heat to which molten metal does not stick. That is why it is used in ingot molds, stirring rods and bench blocks.
Graphite ingot molds #
Bar-shaped molds into which molten metal is poured to make ingots. The metal releases easily and the mold is reusable.
Graphite rods #
Used to stir molten metal in the crucible and mix the alloy without contaminating it.
Graphite blocks #
They serve as a surface for soldering or melting small quantities, and help protect the metal with a reducing atmosphere.
Care #
Graphite is brittle and oxidizes at very high temperatures, so it wears away. Store it dry and clean off flux residue.
See also #
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