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Comparatively higher clay content is used with suitable additives such as dextrin so
as to control the spring back tendency of sand and prevent mould distortion.
For uniform composition of sand all over the pattern, especially when the latter is of
varying height, a contoured squeeze head is used , A self contoured which can
automatically adjust iitself is found ideal for overcoming the difficulty of preparing a
squeeze head of a fixed contour for each pattern. The head consists of a large
number of squeeze feet, each with its own piston and hydraulic cylinder. Each
cylinder is hydraulically connected through one or more manifolds. During the
squeeze operation, the pistons are fully extended and apply pressure on the sand.
Each piston continues the squeeze action through its squeeze feet till a pre set
value of pressure is reached. At this instant, the cylinder is no longer capable of
resisting any further pressure and a relief valve operates causing the pistons to
yield and a contoured squeeze head is formed to suit the shape of the pattern.
It is essential for patterns used in high pressure moulding to have fine finish and
polish, high strength and rigidity, so as to enable easy stripping, good wear
resistance and hardness, and accuracy. The patterns are made of cast iron , steel, or
epoxy resin. Sometimes,aluminum patterns are also used.wooden patterns are not
favoured. Large patterns are provided with suitable ribs and may also have
supporting plates. Wear strips may also be inserted at places where greater wear is
expected. In the case of cast- iron patterns, chrome-plating ensures good finish.
Moulding machine