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*Process by which metal in plastic state (not molten) is pushed by a ram through a die to obtain desired shape. This is doable well with an induction furnace.


[[Image:Extrusion.jpg]]
[[Image:Extrusion.jpg]]
=Questions=
* How much force is needed to push the billet through the die?
* Could force be done with a hydraulic cylinder?
* Does the die need to be heat treated or be made of high temp metal?
* Can this be used to create hollow shapes like pipes?
* Is the billet heated separately before being placed in the extruder?


[[Category:Metalworks]]
[[Category:Metalworks]]

Latest revision as of 17:07, 24 May 2011

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  • Process by which metal in plastic state (not molten) is pushed by a ram through a die to obtain desired shape. This is doable well with an induction furnace.

Extrusion.jpg

Questions

  • How much force is needed to push the billet through the die?
  • Could force be done with a hydraulic cylinder?
  • Does the die need to be heat treated or be made of high temp metal?
  • Can this be used to create hollow shapes like pipes?
  • Is the billet heated separately before being placed in the extruder?