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Grey iron castings

Grey iron in EN-GJL-200 and EN-GJL-250, cast to EN 1561 on automatic lines and by hand moulding.

Grades

Both grades follow EN 1561.

GradeMin. tensile strength, MPaStandard
EN-GJL-200200EN 1561
EN-GJL-250250EN 1561

Why grey iron

Grey iron is easy to machine, damps vibration well and casts reliably in complex shapes. Typical parts are machine-tool beds, housings, valve bodies and brake and rail parts.

How we make it

Series parts up to 250 kg are cast on automatic lines. Large and single parts are hand moulded.

Questions

EN-GJL-250 is the usual choice where higher strength is needed. Send the drawing and we will confirm.

Up to 250 kg on automatic lines. Hand moulding takes much heavier parts.

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