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MOQ: | 100pcs |
Price: | $0.5-2 |
Standard Packaging: | Wooden case |
Delivery Period: | 30 days |
Payment Method: | D/P,T/T,Western Union |
Supply Capacity: | 10000PCS/month |
No. 3 fork - Precision carbon steel investment casting forging parts for mechanical engineering
Product Overview
Our No. 3 Fork is a premium carbon steel investment casting designed for demanding mechanical systems. Manufactured using lost-wax casting technology, these components deliver exceptional strength-to-weight ratios and dimensional accuracy for:
✔ Material Handling Equipment (Forklifts, pallet jacks)
✔ Industrial Machinery (Conveyor systems, assembly lines)
✔ Agricultural Implements (Tractor attachments)
✔ Construction Hardware (Rigging components)
Key Features & Benefits
1. Superior Casting Quality
Material : ASTM A148 Grade 60-40 (Custom alloys available)
Process : Silica Sol Investment Casting
Tolerance : ±0.5mm (Standard), ±0.2mm (Precision)
Surface Finish : 3.2-6.3μm Ra (As-cast), 1.6μm (Machined)
2. Engineering Advantages
Net-Shape Complexity : Intricate geometries without secondary machining
Impact Resistance : 40-50J Charpy V-notch at -20°C
Heat Treatment Options : Normalizing, quenching & tempering
3. Customization Capabilities
Multiple tine configurations (Straight/Curved/Hooked)
Load ratings from 500kg to 20,000kg
Custom branding/logos cast-in-place
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
---|---|
Casting Process | Investment (Lost-Wax) |
Material Grades | Carbon Steel (Default), Alloy Steel, Stainless |
Standard Size | 150-1500mm length (Custom sizes available) |
Weight Range | 0.5-50kg per fork |
Dimensional Tolerance | CT7-CT5 (ISO 8062) |
Testing Standards | ASTM E8, ISO 6892-1 |
Industries Served
Logistics & Warehousing
Forklift attachment systems
Automated storage/retrieval forks
Heavy Equipment
Excavator quick-coupler adapters
Loader bucket linkage components
Specialty Manufacturing
Die handling equipment
Forge manipulator arms
Why Choose Our Investment Castings?
✅ Complex Geometry Capability – No draft angles required
✅ Reduced Machining Costs – 90% net-shape accuracy
✅ Rapid Prototyping – 3D printed wax patterns available
✅ Global Certifications – ISO 9001, PED, DNV compliant
1. Material & Manufacturing
Q : What material grades do you offer for the No. 3 Fork ?
A : Standard material is ASTM A148 Grade 60-40 carbon steel (yield strength ≥ 415 MPa). Alternatives :
Alloy Steel : 4140, 4340 (quenched & tempered)
Stainless Steel : CF8M (316 equivalent)
Custom Alloys : Available upon request
2.Customization & Ordering
Q : Can I customize tine shape/size?
A : Yes! We support :
Tine profiles : Straight, curved, hooked, or CAD-designed
Length : 150–1,500 mm (standard), longer by request
Attachments : Holes, threads, or machined interfaces
3.Pricing & MOQs
Q : What’s the minimum order quantity (MOQ) ?
A :
Prototypes : 1–5 pieces
Production : 100+ pieces (discounts at 1,000+)
Q : How can I reduce costs ?
A : Consider :
✔ Standard sizes (no tooling fees)
✔ As-cast finish (minimal machining)
✔ Annual contracts (volume discounts)
4.How do you handle shipping/packaging?
A : Options include :
Wooden crates (heavy parts)
Anti-rust VCI packaging
FOB/CIF terms worldwide
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MOQ: | 100pcs |
Price: | $0.5-2 |
Standard Packaging: | Wooden case |
Delivery Period: | 30 days |
Payment Method: | D/P,T/T,Western Union |
Supply Capacity: | 10000PCS/month |
No. 3 fork - Precision carbon steel investment casting forging parts for mechanical engineering
Product Overview
Our No. 3 Fork is a premium carbon steel investment casting designed for demanding mechanical systems. Manufactured using lost-wax casting technology, these components deliver exceptional strength-to-weight ratios and dimensional accuracy for:
✔ Material Handling Equipment (Forklifts, pallet jacks)
✔ Industrial Machinery (Conveyor systems, assembly lines)
✔ Agricultural Implements (Tractor attachments)
✔ Construction Hardware (Rigging components)
Key Features & Benefits
1. Superior Casting Quality
Material : ASTM A148 Grade 60-40 (Custom alloys available)
Process : Silica Sol Investment Casting
Tolerance : ±0.5mm (Standard), ±0.2mm (Precision)
Surface Finish : 3.2-6.3μm Ra (As-cast), 1.6μm (Machined)
2. Engineering Advantages
Net-Shape Complexity : Intricate geometries without secondary machining
Impact Resistance : 40-50J Charpy V-notch at -20°C
Heat Treatment Options : Normalizing, quenching & tempering
3. Customization Capabilities
Multiple tine configurations (Straight/Curved/Hooked)
Load ratings from 500kg to 20,000kg
Custom branding/logos cast-in-place
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
---|---|
Casting Process | Investment (Lost-Wax) |
Material Grades | Carbon Steel (Default), Alloy Steel, Stainless |
Standard Size | 150-1500mm length (Custom sizes available) |
Weight Range | 0.5-50kg per fork |
Dimensional Tolerance | CT7-CT5 (ISO 8062) |
Testing Standards | ASTM E8, ISO 6892-1 |
Industries Served
Logistics & Warehousing
Forklift attachment systems
Automated storage/retrieval forks
Heavy Equipment
Excavator quick-coupler adapters
Loader bucket linkage components
Specialty Manufacturing
Die handling equipment
Forge manipulator arms
Why Choose Our Investment Castings?
✅ Complex Geometry Capability – No draft angles required
✅ Reduced Machining Costs – 90% net-shape accuracy
✅ Rapid Prototyping – 3D printed wax patterns available
✅ Global Certifications – ISO 9001, PED, DNV compliant
1. Material & Manufacturing
Q : What material grades do you offer for the No. 3 Fork ?
A : Standard material is ASTM A148 Grade 60-40 carbon steel (yield strength ≥ 415 MPa). Alternatives :
Alloy Steel : 4140, 4340 (quenched & tempered)
Stainless Steel : CF8M (316 equivalent)
Custom Alloys : Available upon request
2.Customization & Ordering
Q : Can I customize tine shape/size?
A : Yes! We support :
Tine profiles : Straight, curved, hooked, or CAD-designed
Length : 150–1,500 mm (standard), longer by request
Attachments : Holes, threads, or machined interfaces
3.Pricing & MOQs
Q : What’s the minimum order quantity (MOQ) ?
A :
Prototypes : 1–5 pieces
Production : 100+ pieces (discounts at 1,000+)
Q : How can I reduce costs ?
A : Consider :
✔ Standard sizes (no tooling fees)
✔ As-cast finish (minimal machining)
✔ Annual contracts (volume discounts)
4.How do you handle shipping/packaging?
A : Options include :
Wooden crates (heavy parts)
Anti-rust VCI packaging
FOB/CIF terms worldwide