Characterization of Sawang River Sand for Foundry Application
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sawang river sand, properties, molding, foundryAbstract
The experimental techniques used to measure the foundry properties of river sand included determining the moisture content, clay content, Grain Fineness Number, and grain shape. Tests are conducted based on the standards and procedures established by the American Foundry Society (AFS). The results indicate that the river sand contains 5.81% moisture and 13.66% clay content. The value of the Grain Fineness Number (GFN) obtained is 49.9, which is still within the acceptable range of mold sand and suitable for metal casting The sand has an angular grain shape, slightly rounded mixed with angular and slightly rounded. It has been found at the Sawang river sand can be used for casting light steel, grey iron, and non-ferrous metals. However, to ensure good quality, it is to recommend conducting further tests on the sand with a binding agent added in appropriate proportions.
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