Explanation, advantages and disadvantages of continuous casting method

  Continuous casting method

• In this process castings are produced by pouring the molten metal continuously in to the vertical mould.
• The mould is made up of brass or graphite.
• This method is suitable for casting of brass, copper, aluminum.
• The metal is melted in a furnace.
• The molten metal poured continuously.
• Water cooling is provided.
• The rollers are provided to pull the casting.

Advantages

• Good surface finish
• Production rate is high
• Cost of labor is low

Disadvantages

• Equipment cost is high
• Operation and Maintenance cost is high

Applications 

Large bars, round square rods are produced in the continuous casting