Ductile Iron Pump Housing by Shell Mold Casting
Product Features
Feature
Description
Material Grade
Ductile iron
Casting Process
Shell Mold Casting
Strength
High tensile strength and fatigue resistance
Corrosion Resistance
Excellent resistance to corrosion, especially in harsh industrial environments
Wear Resistance
High wear resistance ensures durability over extended periods of use in pumping applications
Weight
Relatively lightweight compared to traditional cast iron, reducing transportation and handling costs
Dimensional Accuracy
High precision in dimensions, ensuring seamless integration into pump assemblies
Surface Finish
Smooth surface finish with minimal defects, improving the overall performance of pumps
Environmental Resistance
Resistant to extreme temperatures and chemicals, making it suitable for various industrial conditions
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Material Grade | Ductile iron |
| Casting Process | Shell Mold Casting |
| Strength | High tensile strength and fatigue resistance |
| Corrosion Resistance | Excellent resistance to corrosion, especially in harsh industrial environments |
| Wear Resistance | High wear resistance ensures durability over extended periods of use in pumping applications |
| Weight | Relatively lightweight compared to traditional cast iron, reducing transportation and handling costs |
| Dimensional Accuracy | High precision in dimensions, ensuring seamless integration into pump assemblies |
| Surface Finish | Smooth surface finish with minimal defects, improving the overall performance of pumps |
| Environmental Resistance | Resistant to extreme temperatures and chemicals, making it suitable for various industrial conditions |
Performance Benefits
✅ Improved Durability: Ductile iron offers a combination of high strength, fatigue resistance, and impact resistance, making it the optimal choice for pump housings subjected to repetitive stress.
✅ Enhanced Corrosion Resistance: The unique properties of ductile iron allow it to withstand exposure to corrosive environments, including exposure to water, chemicals, and other harsh elements.
✅ Reduced Maintenance Costs: The wear-resistant characteristics of ductile iron prolong the life of the pump housing, reducing downtime and maintenance costs associated with pump replacements or repairs.
✅ Cost-Effective: Ductile iron casting allows manufacturers to produce pump housings that offer high-performance capabilities at a lower cost compared to other materials, without compromising on quality or strength.
Applications
✅ Industrial Pumps: Used in pumps for oil, water, and chemical industries where durability and resistance to extreme conditions are crucial.
✅ Water Treatment Systems: Ideal for pump housings in water purification and wastewater treatment plants.
✅ Marine and Offshore: Perfect for applications in salty and corrosive marine environments, providing reliable and long-lasting service.
✅ Mining Equipment: Commonly used in pumps for mining operations that deal with abrasive materials and harsh working conditions.
Why Choose Our Ductile Iron Pump Housing?
Ductile iron casting technology enhances the performance of pump housings, providing manufacturers with a material that combines strength, versatility, and cost efficiency. The shell mold casting process ensures consistent quality and precision in each unit, while the superior properties of ductile iron ensure reliability and longevity in demanding applications.
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Technical Backing: Material details as follows
| GB/T1348-1988 | ASTM A536-84 (2004) |
EN 1563:-1997 | C | Si | Mn | P | S | Mg | Re | others |
Matrix
Structure
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QT400-18 |
60-40-18
F32800
|
EN-GJS-400-18 JS1020 |
3.6-3.8 | 2.3-2.7 | <0.5 | <0.08 | <0.025 | 0.03-0.05 | 0.02-0.03 | - | Annealed Ferrite |
| QT400-15 |
60-42-10
F32900
|
EN-GJS-400-15 JS1030 |
3.5-3.6 | 3.0-3.2 | 0.5 | <0.07 | <0.02 | 0.02 | - | - | Annealed Ferrite |
| QT450-10 |
65-45-12
F33100
|
EN-GJS-450-10 JS1040 |
3.4-3.9 | 2.7-3.0 | 0.2-0.5 | <0.07 | <0.03 | 0.04 | 0.03-0.1 | - | Annealed Ferrite |
| QT500-7 | 70-50-05 | EN-GJS-500-7 JS1050 |
3.6-3.8 | 2.5-2.9 | 0.6 | <0.08 | <0.025 | 0.03-0.05 | 0.03-0.05 | - | Pearlite + Ferrite |
| QT600-3 |
80-60-03
F34100
|
EN-GJS-600-3 JS1060 |
3.6-3.8 | 2.0-2.4 | 0.5-0.7 | <0.08 | <0.025 | 0.035-0.05 | 0.025-0.045 | - | Normalized Pearlite |
| QT700-2 |
100-70-03
F34800
|
EN-GJS-700-2 JS1070 |
3.7-4.0 | 2.3-2.6 | 0.5-0.8 | <0.08 | <0.02 | 0.035-0.065 | 0.035-0.065 |
Mo 0.15-0.4
Cu 0.4-0.8
|
Mix Microstructure |
| QT800-2 | EN-GJS-800-2 JS1080 |
3.7-4.0 | 2.5 | 0.5 | <0.07 | <0.03 | - | - |
Mo 0.39
Cu 0.82
|
Mix Microstructure |
|
| QT900-2 |
120-90-02
F36200
|
EN-GJS-900-2 JS1090 |
3.5-3.7 | 2.7-3.0 | <0.5 | <0.08 | <0.025 | 0.03-0.05 | 0.025-0.045 |
Mo 0.15-0.25
Cu 0.5-0.7
|
Lower Bainite |






















