TECHNOLOGY ADAPTATION: DESIGN OF A CENTRIFUGAL CASTING HEAD.

Adesina, A. S. and Adegbite, D. A.

Department of Metallurgical Engineering

Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, Nigeria

E-mail: adeflocy@gmail.com

ABSTRACT

The concept of centrifugal casting of metals is presented as a means of improving the soundness of metallic articles. The major principle of the process is enumerated. Main components of a centrifugal machine are highlighted and the conditions of exploitation and design of the mould are enumerated. Mould design for casting of 50 – 250mm cast articles are discussed based on appropriate design parameters.