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Steel is different from cast iron because cast iron is when some of the molten iron is left to solidify in moulds. And then most of the iron is kept molten to be turned into steel. But steel is made by removing move of the impurities from the iron and then mixing other elements to change the properties.
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∙ 12y ago1) Cast iron is iron in its pure form whereas steel is an alloy.
2) CI is strong in compression and weak in tension. Reverse is true for steel.
3) Workability is better in the case of steel than CI because of elongation properties.
4) CI is brittle whereas steel is ductile.
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Cast Iron does not rust or corrode as steel can
Difference between cast iron and mild steel?
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What is afoundry?
A steel or iron works, where they melt or cast steel or iron - metals
The properties difference between mild-steel and cast-iron?
Cast iron is more brittle then mild steel
If you are trying to remove a bathtub how can you tell if it is cast iron or steel?
A cast iron tub is about 325lbs. steel is about 75lbs. Tap on tub if it sounds solid it is cast iron.
What types of iron is there?
pig iron, wrought iron and cast iron. These are broad classifications used commercially, they can be subclassified. Chemically we say that its pure or impure, contains sulphur/phosphorous/impurities(slag, etc.)/carbon in so and so % range
What do you mean by cast?
A casting made from an iron based alloy, as in cast iron or cast steel.
The main difference between cast-iron and steel?
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What is the practical application of cast iron and steel?
Cast Iron is great for drainage and steel piping is good for venting (galvanized , or wrought iron or yalloy ) for venting
Symbols for cast iron threaded pipe?
Cast iron is not threaded, steel pipe is.
Why is the cast iron obtained from the blast furnace is treated further to produce steel?
It's not. PIG iron from the blast furnace is treated further to produce steel. Cast iron is a product made from only iron, like a cast iron frying pan. When they make a cast iron frying pan, it's ready to be sold and used. Pig iron is sent to steel mills and converted to steel.
