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Yes it is ferrous metal try using a magnet if you don't believe me
The main raw material for producing cast iron is pig iron, so yes, the chemical components of cast iron is almost as same as the irons you can see in daily life.
Actually, most of iron parts and articles in industrial and civil uses should be made by casting process, so actually, they are cast iron articles.
There are many different types of cast irons, such as white cast iron, grey cast iron, ductile iron, malleable cast iron. If you are interested to them, you can refer to the related links below.
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What alloys make cast iron?
Iron, cast iron is just iron
How do you mine for cast iron?
Cast iron is fabricated in blast furnaces where iron ore is reduced by coke to cast iron, according to Wikipedia.
Is forged iron superior to cast iron?
no cast iron is more superior than foregn iron
How does lightweight iron patio furniture compare to real wrought iron?
Wrought iron furniture is made from iron that has been forged and shaped to create the various elements of the furniture. Cast iron is made by molding the pieces and then constructing the finished furniture. Iron is iron; there is no such thing as "lightweight" iron. The iron can be cast thinner than wrought iron, but wrought iron can be very delicate if the blacksmith wants to make it so. Wrought-iron is usually more durable and heavier than cast pieces, but not always. Check for construction and the number of welds, and rely on the manufacturers' or artists' guarantees of quality.
What is the classification of cast iron?
Grey cast ironWhite cast ironMalleable cast ironDuctile cast iron
How is cast iron made?
When Pig Iron is melted and recooled it is called Cast Iron
Why pig iron essential while melting of cast iron?
During the manufacture of Cast Iron, an intermediate product is Pig Iron. Further processing results in Cast Iron.
What does cast iron make?
Almost everything that is called 'cast' such as; cast iron pots, cast iron centrplate (some boats use them). Until relatively recently, all engine blocks were cast iron. Most diesel engines are still cast iron.
Who makes cast iron?
Foundries make cast iron.
Can you cut cast iron with a torch?
how do i cut cast iron
What are the uses of cast iron?
Cast iron mainly includes grey cast iron, ductile cast iron and malleable cast iron. As for ductile iron, it has very wide application, such as Pressure pipes and fittings, Automotive applications, Agriculture, road and construction applications, General engineering applications. As for the specific application of ductile iron, grey iron and malleable cast iron, please refer to the links below.
What iron is made by annealing white cast iron?
malleable cast iron has temper graphite
