Graphite Dies and Molds for Continuous Casting

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Continuous casting is a reliable casting process for the production of high-quality semi-finished products from ferrous and non-ferrous alloys. In continuous casting, liquid metal is continuously poured into a bottomless cooled die. Inside the die, the strand shell solidifies, which is then drawn off downwards, sideways or upwards, usually with the core still liquid.

Our graphite dies and molds are designed for different casting techniques and metals. They invariably impress with their consistent material characteristics such as their thermal conductivity, chemical and thermal resistance and their high strength.

Relevant characteristics of our SIGRAFINE^® fine-grain graphite in continuous casting

Low surface wettability
Good lubrication properties
Good thermal conductivity
High strength
High thermal and chemical resistance
Excellent thermal shock resistance
Low thermal expansion
Good workability

High dimensional accuracy and outstanding surface quality are crucial for dies used in continuous casting.

Our dies are used in vertical, horizontal and up-casting. The molds are suitable for melting various metals and alloys: copper, aluminum bronze, tin bronze, brass, nickel silver, cupro-nickel and precious metals as well as special alloys.

We supply round dies from 150 mm to 450 mm in diameter – up to 1100 mm for special dimensions. In the case of strip dies and square dies, the dimensions range from 330 x 510 x 1230 mm to 410 x 200 x 1550 mm.

We manufacture all dies according to customer drawings with the utmost precision, extremely low surface roughness and consistent material quality.

We take all the decisive factors into account, such as the characteristics of the metal or alloy to be cast, the desired shape and its dimensions, the volume of metal to be cast as well as the design and special conditions of the plant.

Please contact us today so that we can advise you on the selection of the suitable graphite quality.