How does one go about specifying a material for a part that will be investment cast? If I want the as cast properties to be equivalent to AISI 1020, for instance, would I specify it that way or are there other standards/specs that are specifically geared for investment casting? I am new to...
I am evaluating JIS G3101 grade SS490 as a substitute for ASTM A36 as proposed by a potential supplier. I am interested in the chemical make-up and strength characteristics with my main processing concern being weldability. While it would seem that finding an equivalent for A36 should be...
