HIP CAN MANUFACTURE PROCESS

摘要

An improved method of forming components by hot isostatic pressing (HIP) involves making a can for the HIP process from a ceramic mould, reducing the need for welding & machining in the production of the can.

主权项

1. A method of forming a component from metal powder, comprising the steps of:
a. providing a ceramic mould using a lost wax process; b. casting liquid metal in the ceramic mould to form a can; c. forming one or more holes in the can; d. filling the can through the hole or holes with the metal powder; e. settling the metal powder in the can, evacuating the can of gas and sealing the can; and f. subjecting the can and contained powder to a hot isostatic pressing environment to fuse the metal powder into a solid component.