No. 3 Fork Carbon Steel Investment Casting Parts For Mechanical Engineering

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

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

Qingdao Sande Technology Co., Ltd. is located in Qingdao. We are specialized in manufacturing forging, CNC machining and various surface treatments. We have over 16 years of experience.
We have a professional and experienced team of engineers, advanced production and testing equipment, a powerful quality control system, and professional customer service... We will offer professional services, high-quality products and favorable prices. We sincerely welcome domestic and foreign customers to cooperate with us!