Development of a Molding Mixture for the Production of Large-Sized Casting Molds
Kulikov V. Issagulov A. Kovalev P. Kvon S. Matveev I. Arinova S.
August 2025Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)
Journal of Composites Science
2025#9Issue 8
This study presents the results of research on the use of Portland cement as a binder for producing semi-permanent molds intended for large-scale castings made from complex alloyed steels. Based on the conducted experiments, the optimal composition of a molding mixture based on Portland cement was determined to manufacture large molds with high operational performance. The technological properties of the mixtures were investigated, focusing on the flowability, sedimentation stability, and strength after curing. The recommended mixture composition is as follows: Portland cement—18.75%; sand—56.5%; quartz powder—25%; water—25%. To accelerate the hardening process, the use of curing accelerators is advised. The most effective additives are a 9% aluminum nitrate solution at 0.6–1.5% by weight or sodium aluminate at 3–4%. This composition ensures the required strength within a short curing time. A specific thermal treatment regime is also recommended to further stabilize the mold structure: heating to 450 °C at a rate of 75 °C per hour, holding for 2 h, followed by controlled cooling together with the furnace.
casting mold , flowability , hardening accelerators , mechanical strength , Portland cement , sedimentation stability , setting rate , thermal treatment
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Department of Nanotechnology and Metallurgy, Karaganda Technical University, Karaganda, 100027, Kazakhstan
Department of Steel and Alloys, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, St. Petersburg, 195251, Russian Federation
Department of Nanotechnology and Metallurgy
Department of Steel and Alloys
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