Metal Casting We started with 30 pennyweights of bronze casting grain poured into the crucible. The start time was 2:12 and the finish time was 2:20. Temperature (F) Steps 878.7 Initial heat of flame 1217 First metal temp 1276 Second metal temp 1624 Third metal temp (flask goes in) 1700 Pin dropped, spinning 998 Flask…
Metalworking Lab: Group B Data
The following piece is a play-by-play breakdown of Group B’s activities during the Metalworking lab, including quantitative data of metal weights and temperatures, and qualitative experiences. Danny introduces casting. Showing us what steps were done to prepare for our lab, specifically the creation of the mold. The steps for creating the mold were as follows…
Metalworking Lab Data Recording
Brooch casting 1. At the beginning of the casting process, the wax model and the wax wire supports are placed in a metal form with plaster. The form is then fired as follows: heat up the kiln to 300 F (all temperatures are taken in Fahrenheit), let it sit at that temperature for two hours,…
