The benefits of cast iron mainly include its high strength, good corrosion resistance and durability, excellent wear resistance and shock absorption, low cost, and good adaptability.
High strength and corrosion resistance: Cast iron parts are widely used in mechanical manufacturing due to their high strength and good corrosion resistance. This material can maintain stable performance under various environmental conditions, especially under extreme conditions. The durability of cast iron enables it to maintain stable performance over long-term use.
Good wear resistance and shock absorption: Cast iron parts have good wear resistance and shock absorption, which makes them play an important role in many mechanical moving parts. For example, the use of cast iron materials for the guide rails, sliding bearings, and other components of machine tools can reduce friction and wear, improve the accuracy and service life of machinery, while reducing the vibration and noise generated during mechanical operation, and enhancing the smoothness of operation.
Low cost: The relatively low cost of cast iron parts gives it significant economic advantages in large-scale mechanical manufacturing. On the premise of ensuring mechanical performance, the use of cast iron parts can reduce production costs and improve the market competitiveness of products.
Good adaptability: Cast iron has a long history of application in mechanical manufacturing, and its excellent casting performance enables precise shaping of complex shaped components. From simple mechanical parts to complex large structural components, cast iron parts have demonstrated excellent adaptability.
Small and compact in size: Cast iron cylinder blocks can make the engine more compact and smaller in size. This is because the density of cast iron is higher than that of aluminum, so cast iron cylinder bodies can be lighter while meeting strength requirements, achieving a highly compact design. This type of engine lightweighting can have a positive impact on the weight distribution of the entire vehicle, making it lighter.
