Foundry Sand
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Foundry grade silica sand is a refractory quartz sand used as moulding and core sand for casting iron, steel and aluminium. Shiv Mines and Minerals processes it to a consistent AFS grain fineness with high refractoriness and good permeability.
Shiv Mines and Minerals supplies foundry silica sand engineered for metal casting. It offers a suitable grain shape, high refractoriness and good permeability — the properties needed for quality castings — and is processed for a consistent AFS grain fineness number and low acid demand.
Technical Data Sheet
Typical Specifications & Parameters
Primary Applications
Iron & Steel Casting
High refractoriness withstands molten metal temperatures.
Aluminium Casting
Good surface finish for non-ferrous casting.
Core Making
Suitable permeability for complex internal cavities.
Salient Features & Advantages
High Refractoriness
Withstands high casting temperatures without degradation.
Controlled Grain Shape
Sub-angular to rounded grains for good flowability.
Good Permeability
Allows gases to escape during casting.
Need Custom Specifications for Foundry Sand?
We offer custom grain sizing, washing, mesh screening, and bulk jumbo bag packaging tailored to your manufacturing process.
Industries Using Foundry Sand
Foundry Sand — FAQs
What is AFS grain fineness number?
The AFS (American Foundry Society) grain fineness number describes the average grain size of foundry sand. We supply to your target AFS value.
Which metals can this sand be used to cast?
It is suitable for iron, steel and aluminium casting as moulding and core sand.
Do you supply to a specified AFS number?
Yes. Tell us your required AFS grain fineness and we will process to match.
