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Download the NovaCast brochure “A Single Source Solution for Precision Cast and Machined Components†for an overview of our capabilities across many casting processes.
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The selection of the most appropriate alloy for a casting can be a complex decision that is further complicated by having to cross reference between different standards in many countries. Our range of alloy data sheets covering the most popular alloys cast by us will provide a solid starting point for discussions.
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We will be adding case studies to our website as often as we can as they provide an overview of the challenges, solutions and context around some of the casting projects we have completed.
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View a selection of the cast and machined components we have produced using a range of casting processes and finishing treatments for customers in many different industries.
Find out moreCasting Processes
Casting processes available from NovaCast now include sand, shell mould, gravity & pressure die, investment, silica sol and lost foam casting. With materials ranging from specialist aluminium and copper-based alloys to high-grade stainless steels, NovaCast has the ability to support our customers’ most demanding requirements.
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Metal Specifications
Non-Ferrous Alloy Specifications (Aluminium and Copper-based) When the NovaCast foundry was created in Melksham over 40 years...
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Aluminium Alloy LM25M
Aluminium casting alloy LM25M (Standard Casting to BS 1490:1988 LM25) is a common general purpose alloy of aluminium which is...
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Aluminium Alloy LM25TF
Aluminium casting alloy LM25TF (Heat Treated Casting to BS 1490:1988 LM25TF) is a common general purpose alloy of aluminium which...
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Aluminium Alloy LM6M
Aluminium casting alloy LM6M (Standard Casting to BS 1490:1988 LM6) has a high resistance to corrosion and excellent castability....
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Aluminium Bronze AB1
Aluminium bronze AB1 is an aluminium bronze conforming to the requirements of BS 1400. It has good strength and wear resistance...
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Aluminium Bronze AB2
Aluminium bronze AB2 is a nickel aluminium bronze conforming to the requirements of B.S. 1400 - 1985 alloy AB2. Suitable for...
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Carbon Steel EN 10213
Carbon steel BS EN 10213:2007 (Gr 1.0619) castings used for pressure purposes are normally used in the annealed or normalised...
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Carbon Steel EN10293
Carbon Steel EN10293:2015 (G28Mn6 - 1.1165) is a ‘middle carbon steel' and one of the most widely used carbon steels in...
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Carbon Steel SA216 WCB
One of the most widely used carbon steels in the industry. Carbon steel SA216 WCB is used not only in many of the water- and...
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Carbon Steel SA216 WCC
Carbon steel SA216 WCC is one of the most widely used carbon steels in industry. This material is used not only in many of the...
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Carbon Steel SA352 LCC
Carbon steel SA352 LCC is one of the most widely used carbon steels in industry. Typically referred to as a cast low temp steel,...
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Casting Capacities
To discuss your requirements, call a member of NovaCast's team on +44 (0) 1225 707466, send us a message here or email...
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Grey Iron EN-GJL-200
Grey iron EN-GJL-200 is a type of cast iron that has a graphite microstructure. It is named after the grey colour of the fracture...
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Grey Iron EN-GJL-250
Grey iron EN-GJL-250, or grey cast iron, is a type of cast iron that has a graphite microstructure. It is named after the grey...
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Austempered Ductile Iron
Austempered Ductile Iron or ADI is a heat-treated form of ductile iron that exhibits enhanced strength and toughness. Its...
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Leaded Gunmetal LG2
Leaded bronzes and gunmetals (also known as red brass) offer better machining characteristics than other bronzes while...
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Leaded Gunmetal LG4
Leaded bronzes and gunmetals offer better machining characteristics than other bronzes while maintaining a good balance of...
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Phosphor Bronze PB1
Phosphor bronzes have phosphor added to the alloy to improve strength and hardness. Phosphor bronze PB1 (BS 1400 1985 PB1) is a...
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Phosphor Bronze PB2
Phosphor bronze PB2 (BS 1400 1985 PB2) is a phosphor bronze with a higher tin content than PB1, which means it has excellent...
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SG Cast Iron 420/12
Spheroidal graphite cast iron 420/12 (BS EN 1563:1997), also known as ductile cast iron, is a type of cast iron that has been...
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SG Cast Iron 600/3
Spheroidal graphite cast iron 600/3(BS EN 1563:1997), also known as ductile cast iron, is a type of cast iron that has been...
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Stainless Steel 332C13
Duplex stainless steel 332C13 (BS 3100:1991)Â has a structure that is usually 40 to 50% ferrite with the balance of the...
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Stainless Steel CF3
Stainless steel SA-351 CF3 is the cast equivalent of type 304L stainless steel. CF8 and CF3 have very similar chemical and...
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Stainless Steel CF3M
Stainless steel SA-351 CF3M is a molybdenum bearing modification of CF3 austenitic steel alloy and is the cast equivalent of...
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Stainless Steel CF8
Stainless steel SA-351 CF8 is the cast equivalent of Type 304 Stainless Steel, part of a range of austenitic chromium-nickel...
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Stainless Steel CF8M
Stainless steel SA-351 CF8M is a molybdenum bearing modification of CF8 austenitic steel alloy and is the cast equivalent of...
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