What are the classifications of continuous casting machines?

2023-12-15 12:41:26

Continuous casting machine refers to equipment that continuously casts molten metal into continuous billets. According to different classification standards, continuous casting machines can be divided into multiple types. The following is a detailed description of the different classifications of continuous casting machines.

In terms of process flow, continuous casting machines can be divided into direct continuous casting method and indirect continuous casting method.

Direct continuous casting method refers to the method of continuous casting by directly flowing molten metal into the mold. This method is easy to operate and suitable for large-scale and high-efficiency continuous casting production. The common types of direct continuous casting method include: average casting method, mud casting method, casting and extrusion method, flow continuous casting method, etc.

Indirect continuous casting method refers to the method of injecting molten metal into the pouring groove first, and then continuously casting it into the mold through the pouring groove. This method can be used for very viscous metals and is suitable for small, precision production. The common types of indirect continuous casting methods include: hook lifting method, cable lifting method, rod lifting method, cup lifting method, etc.

In terms of structural form, continuous casting machines can be divided into horizontal continuous casting machines and vertical continuous casting machines.

Horizontal continuous casting machine refers to a form in which the direction of the continuous casting machine's billet is kept parallel to the ground. This structure has the advantages of small footprint and easy installation, making it suitable for places with densely arranged multiple continuous casting machines. Horizontal continuous casting machines can also be divided into continuous casting and rolling mills, horizontal continuous casting machines, bending continuous casting machines, etc.

Vertical continuous casting machine refers to the form in which the direction of the continuous casting machine's billet is perpendicular to the ground. This structure has the advantages of high casting accuracy and large operating space, and is suitable for places with larger casting diameters. Vertical continuous casting machines can also be divided into vertical continuous casting machines, lead mold vertical continuous casting machines, etc.

In terms of operation, continuous casting machines can be divided into manual continuous casting machines and automatic continuous casting machines.

Manual continuous casting machine refers to the process in which operators manually control the operation of the continuous casting machine to complete the continuous casting process. This operating method has low cost, but relatively low production efficiency, making it suitable for small-scale production.

Automatic continuous casting machine refers to a computer control system that automatically adjusts the various parameters of the continuous casting machine to achieve the automation of the continuous casting process. This operating method can significantly improve production efficiency and is suitable for large-scale continuous casting production.

In addition, the continuous casting machine can also be classified based on the shape of the billet.

The common shapes of castings include square billets, rectangular billets, round billets, trapezoidal billets, hexagonal billets, etc. According to the different shapes of the billets, the continuous casting machine can be adjusted and modified accordingly to adapt to the production of billets with different shapes.

In summary, the classification of continuous casting machines mainly includes aspects such as process flow, structural form, operation mode, and billet shape. Each type has its unique characteristics and applicability, and different types of continuous casting machines can be selected and used according to actual production needs.