摘要 |
<p>A method for controlling the dewaxing of a ceramic investment casting shell assembly is provided whereby the shells are immersed in a fluid having a relatively low boiling point, e.g., below about 230° F. The fluid must be hot enough to transfer heat though the shell assembly so as to melt the wax pattern, but low enough so as to limit steam generation as a result of moisture in the shell. By controlling the rate of immersion of the shell in the hot fluid bath, shell cracking can be greatly reduced.</p> |