Processes - Metal

Question 1

Name 4 types of metal processes

Answer 1

Press forming
Turning
Die casting
Sand casting

Question 2

Advantages and disadvantages of pressforming

Answer 2

Adv

• accurate -cheap
• fast - bends and folds metals

Dis

• high set up costs
• sheet material only

Question 3

Advantages and disadvantages of die casting

Answer 3

Adv

• highly accurate
• very fast
• very cheap
• complex shapes

Dis

• high set up cost
• finishing required
• parts can be weak

Question 4

Advantages and disadvantages of sand casting

Answer 4

Adv

• cheap small scale production
• cheap set up cost
• complex parts produced

Dis

• time consuming
• needs skilled labour