Iron Casting Cost Estimator
Estimate the cost of a gray or ductile iron casting from weight, iron price, casting yield, machining and quantity.
Method
Material = (yield ? net/yield : net) × $/kg; Cost/pc = material + machining
Tip
Iron casting yield runs ~55–75%. Iron alloy cost is lower than steel; machining and finishing often dominate total cost on small parts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an iron casting cost?
Roughly material (weight × price, adjusted for yield) plus machining and finishing. Use this for budgeting and request a formal quote.
Is gray or ductile iron cheaper?
Gray iron is generally cheaper than ductile; both are cheaper than steel.
What yield should I assume?
About 55–75% for iron sand casting.
Does this include tooling?
No — pattern/tooling is a separate, usually one-time cost.
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