No. 3 fork - Precision carbon steel investment casting forging parts for mechanical engineering

Product Overview

Our No. 3 Fork is a premium carbon steel investment casting designed for demanding mechanical systems. Manufactured using lost-wax casting technology, these components deliver exceptional strength-to-weight ratios and dimensional accuracy for:

✔ Material Handling Equipment (Forklifts, pallet jacks)
✔ Industrial Machinery (Conveyor systems, assembly lines)
✔ Agricultural Implements (Tractor attachments)
✔ Construction Hardware (Rigging components)

Key Features & Benefits

1. Superior Casting Quality

• Material : ASTM A148 Grade 60-40 (Custom alloys available)

• Process : Silica Sol Investment Casting

• Tolerance : ±0.5mm (Standard), ±0.2mm (Precision)

• Surface Finish : 3.2-6.3μm Ra (As-cast), 1.6μm (Machined)

2. Engineering Advantages

• Net-Shape Complexity : Intricate geometries without secondary machining

• Impact Resistance : 40-50J Charpy V-notch at -20°C

• Heat Treatment Options : Normalizing, quenching & tempering

3. Customization Capabilities

• Multiple tine configurations (Straight/Curved/Hooked)

• Load ratings from 500kg to 20,000kg

• Custom branding/logos cast-in-place

Technical Specifications

Industries Served

Logistics & Warehousing

• Forklift attachment systems

• Automated storage/retrieval forks

Heavy Equipment

• Excavator quick-coupler adapters

• Loader bucket linkage components

Specialty Manufacturing

• Die handling equipment

• Forge manipulator arms

Why Choose Our Investment Castings?

✅ Complex Geometry Capability – No draft angles required
✅ Reduced Machining Costs – 90% net-shape accuracy
✅ Rapid Prototyping – 3D printed wax patterns available
✅ Global Certifications – ISO 9001, PED, DNV compliant

1. Material & Manufacturing

Q : What material grades do you offer for the No. 3 Fork ?

A : Standard material is ASTM A148 Grade 60-40 carbon steel (yield strength ≥ 415 MPa). Alternatives :

• Alloy Steel : 4140, 4340 (quenched & tempered)

• Stainless Steel : CF8M (316 equivalent)

• Custom Alloys : Available upon request

2.Customization & Ordering

Q : Can I customize tine shape/size?

A : Yes! We support :

• Tine profiles : Straight, curved, hooked, or CAD-designed

• Length : 150–1,500 mm (standard), longer by request

• Attachments : Holes, threads, or machined interfaces

3.Pricing & MOQs

Q : What’s the minimum order quantity (MOQ) ?

A :

• Prototypes : 1–5 pieces

• Production : 100+ pieces (discounts at 1,000+)

Q : How can I reduce costs ?

A : Consider :
✔ Standard sizes (no tooling fees)
✔ As-cast finish (minimal machining)
✔ Annual contracts (volume discounts)

4.How do you handle shipping/packaging?

A : Options include :

• Wooden crates (heavy parts)

• Anti-rust VCI packaging

• FOB/CIF terms worldwide