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An Example in Ductile Iron Casting   The Universal Joint Coupler

Option A for Positioning and Sizing the Risers

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  • Option A positions and sizes the risers so that the as-cast cluster of couplers is supported on the risers during "shake-out."  The coupler tabs are protected during the sand removal. 
  • Each coupler is fed on each side by a riser, providing uniform metal feed into the coupler.

Option A has the best size and locations for the risers
Go on to the next design issue.

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