Why use CT rather than 2D radiography in a foundry?
2D radiography shows some internal areas, but CT reconstructs the entire volume of the part in 3D. It lets you precisely locate defects, measure their size and understand their potential impact on mechanical performance.
How can I reduce scrap caused by porosity and shrinkage cavities?
CT identifies, quantifies and maps porosity or shrinkage cavities throughout the part. The information helps you adjust casting parameters and improve process repeatability.
Can a new part be qualified before machining?
Yes. CT checks the internal structure of a part right out of the foundry, so you can identify defects before committing to costly machining, assembly or finishing operations.
Can CT help optimize a casting process?
Yes. By linking observed defects to manufacturing parameters, you can identify the root causes of non-conformities and optimize the process step by step.
Can large steel or cast-iron parts be inspected?
Yes. The high-energy systems of the
Force range are designed to inspect thick or highly absorbing parts while keeping image quality usable for analyzing internal defects.
Can CT be used to inspect welds and assemblies on castings?
Yes. It can notably identify lack of fusion, cracks, porosity and other internal defects likely to affect the mechanical strength of assemblies.
Can a casting be compared to its CAD model?
Yes. CT lets you compare the real data directly with the CAD model to visualize geometric deviations, check thicknesses and validate part conformity.
Is CT used only in R&D?
No. It is used in product development, qualification of new parts, expert appraisal, failure analysis and quality control on series production. RX Solutions’
FAB Series CT systems are suited to production environments.
Which RX Solutions CT system should I choose for a foundry application?
Explorer: quality control and defect analysis on aluminum and light-alloy parts.
Force: inspection of dense parts in steel, cast iron or highly absorbing alloys.
What return on investment can I expect from a CT system in a foundry?
Gains generally come from reduced scrap, fewer destructive tests, better part quality, optimized casting processes and fewer returns caused by undetected defects.