Choose CastingMethods

The following table describes the relative benefits and characteristics of the three casting methods.

Choose one casting/molding method that best meets the requirements.

Characteristic	Choose Green Sand Mold	Choose Gravity Feed Permanent Mold	Choose Low-Pressure Permanent Mold
*Pattern/Mold Cost*	*Low*	*Moderate*	*Moderate*
*Dimensional Tolerance*	*Fair*	*Good*	*Good*
*Surface Finish*	*Fair*	*Good*	*Better*
*Pattern/Mold Durability*	*Good*	*Good*	*Good*
*Production Rate*	*Moderate*	*High*	*High*
*Casting Soundness and Mechanical Properties*	*Fair*	*Good*	*Better*

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