Castings are usually cheaper than forgings - Manufacturing Processes - 1

Q.  Castings are usually
- Published on 03 Aug 15

a. costlier than forgings
b. cheaper than forgings
c. at the same rate as forging for similar metal
d. none of the above

ANSWER: cheaper than forgings

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  • Pankaj   -Posted on 29 Oct 15
    - Even though the metal removal during machining after forging is minimum, the initial cost of die and the cost of their maintenance is high.

    - Forging process is only restricted to simple shapes whereas complex shapes can be manufactured by casting at lower cost than that of forging.

    - Also the tooling in casting is less expensive than the forge dies.

    - Therefore, casting process is cheaper than forging.

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