Appendix I
ZCast Design Guide - 23
8 Pouring Metal
8.1 Metal Types
The current product offering is ZCast 500 powder and is designed for low temperature, non-
ferrous metals (MAX TEMP 1100°C (2000°F)). The higher the temperature of the metal, the
more gassing on contact there will be. It becomes a serious risk that the mold will gas violently,
potentially exploding, as these temperatures are exceeded. Therefore, do not attempt to pour
non-ferrous metal into ZCast 500 molds.
Z Corp. tested and approved materials:
Alloy Pouring Tempratures Melting Temperature(s)
Aluminum 319 1250°F – 1450°F
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1120°F
Aluminum 356 1250°F – 1450°F
5
1135°F
Aluminum 390 1250°F – 1450°F
5
1156°F
Bronze Silicon 1900°F – 2150°F
6
1880°F – 1940°F
Bronze Phosphor 1900°F – 2150°F
6
1830°F – 1970°F
Bronze Aluminum 1900°F – 2250°F
6
1915°F – 1930°F
Brass
5
1900°F
6
1850°F
Zinc 750°F – 800°F
7
1090°F
Magnesium
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1400°F – 1500°F
7
Flammable
WARNING: NO ATTEMPT SHOULD BE MADE TO POUR
FERROUS METALS IN ZCAST 500 MOLDS
9 Material Handling
9.1 Storage
Though ZCast powder
has no special storage requirements; it should be stored in a cool, dry
environment. See container labels for additional information.
9.2 Disposal
ZCast powder is a non-toxic substance. Please consult the Material Data Safety Sheet for
product details. Dispose of ZCast powder according to local and state regulations.
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ASM metals handbook, 4
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edition
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Heine & Rosenthal
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Foseco foundryman’s handbook
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Consult Z Corporation prior to pouring
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