In-House Tooling for Investment Casting: Precision, Efficiency & Cost Savings
What Is Investment Casting Tooling?
Investment casting tooling, also known as wax pattern tooling, is a critical component in producing high-quality metal castings. This specialized tooling creates the molds used to form wax patterns, which are then coated in ceramic slurry to produce the final casting mold.
At China Metal Castings, we manufacture our tooling from high-grade aluminum alloys, ensuring durability and precision. The tooling is designed to:
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Facilitate high-pressure molten wax injection for flawless pattern formation
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Accommodate shrinkage compensation (since metal contracts during solidification)
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Enable collapsible designs for easy wax pattern removal
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Support multi-cavity molds with automatic ejectors for high-volume production
Unlike sand casting, investment casting tooling works in reverse—cavities are machined into the tooling to shape the wax, which later forms the ceramic shell.
Why Choose In-House Tooling?
Tooling is the foundation of investment casting—imperfections here lead to costly delays and defects. By maintaining in-house tooling capabilities, we offer:
✅ Faster Turnarounds – No delays from third-party suppliers
✅ Tighter Tolerances – Our engineers adjust for shrinkage in real-time
✅ Lower Costs – Eliminate outsourcing markups and rework expenses
✅ Better Communication – Toolmakers, engineers, and inspectors collaborate seamlessly
Did You Know? A single tooling revision can cost 1,000–10,000 and take 3–5 weeks with an external supplier. Our in-house team prevents these setbacks.
Our Advanced Tooling Capabilities
We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern CNC machining to deliver:
✔ Matchplate Tooling – Dual-sided aluminum molds for automated production
✔ Complex Internal Features – Core inserts & collapsible sections for intricate designs
✔ Prototype to Mass Production – From single-cavity to high-volume multi-cavity molds
Industries We Serve: Aerospace, Automotive, Medical, Energy, and More
Partner with a Trusted Investment Casting Supplier
By controlling the entire tooling process, we ensure:
🔹 Faster prototyping
🔹 Higher consistency
🔹 Reduced lead times
Contact us today to discuss your project’s tooling needs and benefit from our 30+ years of precision casting expertise!