New Polymer–Carbon Lustrous Carbon Precursor in Synthetic Molding Sands—Part I: Studies on the Properties of Sands

Abstract

In the first part of this publication, selected technological and strength properties of synthetic molding sand bound with sodium bentonite with the addition of a new lustrous carbon carrier (Rcw, Rmw, Rk, Wf, Pw, Z, PD, PS, SLS, ρ0) were determined. The introduction of polyethylene as a substitute for hydrocarbon resin, and shungite as a replacement for coal dust, demonstrated the achievement of an optimal molding sand composition for practical use in casting technology. The sand containing a new lustrous carbon carrier (SH/PE) demonstrates the highest permeability and flowability. Based on the analysis of the obtained results, it should be concluded that to achieve the desired level of the measured properties in the sand with the mixture of precursors SH/PE, the moisture content should be in the range of 1.5% to 1.7%.