Stainless Steel Investment Casting Company for Precision Components
Quality Castings is a Wisconsin stainless steel investment casting company producing complex, corrosion-resistant parts for demanding applications. Stainless steel supports strength, heat resistance and long service life, which makes it ideal for industries requiring consistent, stainless steel precision casting performance. Our team manufactures components from small specialty parts to larger, intricate stainless steel castings.
Key Benefits of Stainless Steel Castings
Top advantages of stainless steel investment castings include:
- Heat and corrosion resistance
- Balanced strength and weight with durable performance
- Flexibility for complex geometries
- Cost-effective and recyclable material
- Smooth, attractive surface finishes
- Tight tolerances with strong dimensional accuracy
Our Stainless Steel Investment Casting Process
Our stainless steel investment casting company produces net-shape or near-net-shape components to reduce machining time and material waste. Our process supports complex geometries without compromising accuracy.
Steps include:
- Pattern Creation: Wax patterns are formed using precision dies.
- Slurry Coating: Each pattern receives multiple ceramic layers to form a stable mold.
- Dewaxing: Heated removal creates a clean mold cavity.
- Pouring: Molten stainless steel fills the ceramic mold.
- Finishing: Shell removal, cutting, blasting and finishing deliver a final part ready for service.
Stainless Steel Grades We Cast
Selecting the correct stainless grade supports performance in specific environments. Our stainless steel investment casting company pours numerous grades, including.
- 304 Stainless Steel
Common in food and general applications due to corrosion resistance and formability. - 316 Stainless Steel
Includes molybdenum for advanced chemical and saltwater resistance. Used for marine, medical and chemical processing components. - 17-4 PH Stainless Steel
High strength and hardness for aerospace, military and high-stress applications. - Other Grades
We also have experience pouring 316L, 410, 420, Duplex and additional options matched to project requirements.
Industries and Applications
We build stainless steel investment castings for key industries and essential equipment, including:
- Food Prep and Culinary: Pump bodies, valves, processing parts
- Medical Equipment: Surgical tools, implant components
- Marine: Propellers, hardware, pump components
- Military and Firearms: Triggers, sights, equipment components
- Wastewater Management: Valve bodies, pump impellers
- Agriculture: Tractor components, harvester parts
- Aeration: Propellers and mixers
- Plumbing: Fixtures and valve parts
- Construction and Mining: Tooling, heavy equipment parts
Stainless Steel Casting FAQ
What are the advantages of investment casting for stainless steel?
Investment casting produces complex stainless steel parts with smooth surfaces, high precision and reduced machining. The process supports intricate shapes while maintaining stability and accuracy.
What tolerances can R2 Quality Castings hold?
Standard tolerances are +/– .005 per inch, with options for tighter tolerances depending on geometry.
What is the difference between 304 and 316 stainless steel?
304 works well for general environments, while 316 includes molybdenum for stronger resistance to chlorides and is preferable for marine and chemical exposure.
Your Wisconsin Stainless Steel Casting Partner
Quality Castings provides custom stainless steel investment casting services backed by ISO 9001:2015 certification and decades of industry expertise. Work with a stainless steel investment casting company focused on precision and repeatability.
