Shot Blasting Used for Casting Shell Removal in investment casting, precision casting, sand casting, lost wax casting, lost foam casting
● Remove Sand from Casting
● Remove Casting Shell & Insulation from casting
● Prepare Surface for coating, cutting, maching etc
In general, shot blasting concentrates metal abrasive at high speed (80~110m/s) at the surface of casting thereby remove casting shell due to the metal abrasives strong impact.
System features & benefits by shot blasting for casting shell removal from Kholee Blast
● Shorten Work Process Flow: no need manual shell removal or shakeout
● Reduce Loss of Steel Shots
● Reduce Labor Cost for Cast Shell Removal
● Save Electrical Energy
● Reduce repair cost compared with traditional shot blast m/c
● Reduce blast cleaning time & improve productivity
● Save Operation Cost & improve production profits: compared with traditional work process flow, the shot blasting machine from Kholee Blast special for casting shell removal will save operation cost. All cost related to new technology of blasting from Kholee Blast will be around USD100,000.00~ USD120,000.00 based on casting production 15tons/day. (When labor cost and material cost are different, the result will be different).
◆ Specifications
KLCN-H4D1T1519 Shot Blasting Machine for Lost Wax Casting Shell Removal |
Size of Blasting Jobs | Max Size | Φ1,500× H1,900mm |
Max Weight | 1,000KG |
Blasting Chamber | Blasting Chamber Size | 1,900×1,900×3,400mm |
Door Size | 1,700×2,400mm |
The whole blasting chamber is made Mn13 steel plate bending and welding together, blasting hot spot area is protected by Cr18 wearing resistance plate liner again, hardness ≥65HRC. |
Time Needed For Casting Shell Removal | Investment / Lost Wax Casting | 10 min |
Sand Casting | 3~5 min |
Lost Foam Casting | 6~10 min |
Automatic Entry & Exit Door | Equipped With Pneumatic Cylinder Protected by Mn13 steel plate liner |
Blasting Wheel - Direct Coupling | Model | KL-CN18 |
Shot blasting capacity | 300 kg/min ×4 |
Power | 18.5kw ×4 |
Blade Service Life | 2 years / 2000 working hours which comes first |
‘Y’ trail Spinner Hanger Lifting System | Trail type | ‘Y’ trail |
Electrical Chain hoist Model | 2 sets |
Loading capacity | 1000 kg |
Self-Rotating power | 0.55kw |
Screw Conveyor - With Checking Device | Delivery capacity | 90 t/h |
Power | 4 kw ×1 |
Bucket Elevator - With checking device | Lifting capacity | 90 t/h ×1 |
Power | 5.5 kw |
Abrasive - Shell Separator Magnetic + Air Wash Type
| Separating capacity | 90 t/h |
Function | Separating shell, shell powder and steel shots completely |
Rotary Magnetic | 2.2kw×2 |
Air speed in air washing area | 4~5 m/s |
Pneumatic Shots Supply Valve | Compressed Air Pressure | 0.4~0.6 Mpa |
Quantity | 4 pcs |
Dust Collecting Box | Size | 1,000 × 1,000mm |
Qty | 1 Set |
Bag Filter Dust Collector - Online Pulse Jet Cleaning - 4 cabinet with Pneumatic Cylinder Control | Model | KLCN-DC-128BF |
Bag Filter | Φ130 × 1800mm |
Bag Filter Quantity | 128 pcs |
Dust Emission from exhausted air | ≤30 mg/m3 |
Air Volume | 25,600 m3/hr |
Centrifugal Air Fan | 22 kw |
Raymond Mill Breaker | Capacity | 613~440μm |
Power | 7.5kw |
Vibrating Conveyor For Separating Different Size of Shell Powder | Power | 0.55kw × 2 |
Shell Powder Size | < 60 # |
30~60 # |
16~30 # |
>16 # |
Powder Shell Storage | 4 Boxes |
Electrical Control System | Voltage/Frequency | 380V/415V/50Hz/3Ph |
Operation Type | Auto + Manual control |
Equipped with China Famous Brand Elements Such as Schneider | PLC, Touch Screen, breaker, contactor, time relay, thermal relay, button, switch etc. |
Total Power | ~ 123 kw |
Overall Size of Machine | 6,200mm×7,500mm×8,500mm |
◆ Advantages
High-efficiency cleaning: Shot peening machines can quickly remove casting shells, sand molds, and oxide scale from the surface of castings, improving cleaning efficiency and making them suitable for large-volume casting processing.
Uniform treatment: The automated control system ensures the uniformity and consistency of shot peening, thoroughly removing impurities from the casting surface and improving cleaning results.
Enhanced surface quality: After shot peening, the casting surface develops a suitable roughness, which is beneficial for the adhesion of subsequent coatings and paints, improving the durability of the workpiece.
Energy saving and environmental protection: Shot peening machines use a high-efficiency abrasive circulation system, reducing resource waste and avoiding the use of chemical cleaning agents, meeting environmental protection requirements.
Automated operation: The equipment's automated control system significantly reduces manual operation, improves production efficiency, and ensures consistent cleaning results.
◆ Industry
◆ FAQ
What types of castings are suitable for shot blasting machines for casting shell removal?
This shot blasting machine is suitable for various metal castings, such as cast iron, steel, and aluminum alloys. It is particularly suitable for removing impurities such as casting shells, sand molds, and oxide scale adhering to the surface of castings.
How to improve the efficiency of a shot blasting machine for casting shell removal?
Methods to improve efficiency include adjusting the blasting angle and abrasive particle size to ensure uniform shot coverage of the entire casting surface. In addition, regularly check the abrasive circulation system of the equipment to ensure its efficient operation.
What safety precautions should be taken when using a shot blasting machine for casting shell removal?
Wear protective glasses, earmuffs, and a dust mask during operation to avoid injury from splashing steel shot. Regularly inspect the blasting system, abrasive, and electrical components of the equipment to ensure safe and stable operation.
