Lost Wax Casting

Lost-wax casting is an ancient and widely used metal casting technique, also known as precision casting or investment casting. In this casting process, a wax model is first created, and then coated with a heat-resistant refractory material to form a mold. The mold is heated to melt or vaporize the wax model, leaving behind a cavity. Finally, molten metal is poured into the cavity to create the casting. Lost-wax casting is commonly employed for casting highly detailed and intricate metal parts such as mechanical components and sculptural artworks. This method allows for the preservation of intricate details from the wax model, producing complex and high-precision castings. Additionally, it enables the reduction of machining, cost savings, and facilitates large-scale production.