Casting Yield Calculator

What is Casting Yield?

Casting yield is a crucial metric in metallurgy that represents the efficiency of the casting process. It measures the percentage of the original charge material that successfully enters the final casting, accounting for losses during melting and processing.

How to Use This Calculator

1. Enter the Charge Weight (total weight of the material charged into the furnace)
2. Enter the Tap Weight (weight of metal tapped from the furnace for casting)
3. Enter the Recovery Rate (percentage of charge that successfully enters the casting, typically determined experimentally)
4. Click the Calculate button to compute the casting yield

Understanding the Results

The calculator displays the casting yield percentage, which indicates how efficiently your casting process is operating. A higher percentage means better efficiency and less material waste.

Practical Applications

This calculator helps metallurgists and foundry workers:

• Optimize melting processes to minimize material losses
• Compare different casting methods and materials
• Estimate material costs and reduce waste
• Identify areas for process improvement

Example Scenario

Suppose you charge 500 kg of aluminum into a furnace. After processing, you tap 480 kg of aluminum for casting. If your recovery rate is 90%, the calculator will show a casting yield of approximately 96%. This means 4% of your original charge was lost during the process.