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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- Variable speed drive. Machine speed from 4-12 cycles per minute depending on grid type, thickness, and grid alloy.
- Standard mold sizes are 10.25" (260.35mm) x 24" (609.6mm) , 30" (762mm) or 32" (812.8mm). Will accept mold sizes of 12" (304.8mm) x 24" (609.6mm) or 32" (812.8mm) , 13" (330.2mm) x 30" (762mm), and 13" (330.2mm) x 32" (812.8mm). Standard grid sizes are from 5.375" (136.53mm) to 8.25" (209.55mm) wide from 9.25" (234.95mm) to 25.25" (641.25mm) high not including lugs. Maximum lug to lug dimension 27.25" (692.15mm). Special alterations can be made to increase maximum grid width from 8.25" (209.55mm) to 9.25" (234.95mm).
- All internal piping is complete for gas, air, water and mold coolant.
- Swing out mold corking bracket for easy accessibility to the mold for corking, washing and changing.
- Air filter, regulator and lubricator for air system.
- Heat and ventilation shields and hoods over ladle remove heat and gases for comfort and safety.
- Standard color of machine is Wirtz Blue with safety yellow guards.
- Grid takeoff at 32" for ergonomic handling.
- Motors located under the grid caster to minimize layout profile.
- Separate air regulator and quick connect hose for mold airflow vent bars.
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OPTIONS:
- Ammeters to monitor electric heater circuits ( indicate malfunction of heater circuit). Can be supplied for electric ladle, electric mold heaters and electric feedline.
- Mold wash pans and brush for cleaning molds.
- Speed indicator.
- Sight gauges for all mold coolant lines.
- Power mold corking bracket (air operated).
- Modifications to accept up to 9.25" (234.95mm) trimmed grids (gate only).
- Castmaster 2000 automated temperature control and speed control system for optimum quality and quantity production.
- Die lubricating system.
- Manifold piping for ease in machine set-up.
- Autofill System to allow grid mold to fill faster.
- Second lead delivery system for use with different lead alloy.
- Allen Bradley series SLC-500 PLC controller available.
ENERGY REQUIREMENTS:
Cooling Water:
- Supply Temperature:
- Max 75 deg F (24 deg C)
- Volume:
- 100 GPH (375 Liters/Hr)
- Pressure:
- 80 PSI (5520 m bar) max
- 20 PSI (1380 m bar) min
Air:
- Volume:
- Optimum 4 CFM (.1 m Cu/Min)
- Pressure:
- 100 PSI (6900 m bar) max
- 80 PSI (5520 m bar) min
Fuel:
- Pressure:
- 14" WC (350mmWC) max
- 5" WC (127mmWC) min
- Natural Gas: 1000 BTU/CuFt
- Volume: 25 CFH (.7 M Cu/Hr)
- Propane: 2500 BTU/CuFt
- Volume: 10 CFH (.3 M Cu/Hr)
Ventilation:
(Note figure may also be included in the ventilation requirements for the furnace)
- Volume:
- 1000 CFM (28.2 M Cu/Hr)
Electrical:
460v, 60hz, 3-phase standard
200v to 575v, 50hz or 60hz, 3-phase
available upon request
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