{"id":262687,"date":"2022-01-27T12:28:11","date_gmt":"2022-01-27T12:28:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rapidmetals.co.uk\/?p=262687"},"modified":"2022-01-27T12:29:02","modified_gmt":"2022-01-27T12:29:02","slug":"cast-iron-buying-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rapidmetals.co.uk\/cast-iron-buying-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Cast Iron Buying Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cast iron is a handy material that can be used for all manner of household items, from cookware to radiators. Originally, it was used solely for industrial purposes; however, it has since crept into household applications due to its endless advantages.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite this, many people don\u2019t know enough about <a href=\"https:\/\/rapidmetals.co.uk\/product-category\/cast-iron\/\">cast iron<\/a> to make an informed decision, which is why Rapid Metals has put together an easy-to-follow buying guide. We pride ourselves in being among the best places to buy cast iron as one of the leading UK cast iron bar and tube suppliers. We\u2019re here to help you decide what cast iron to buy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About Cast Iron<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cast iron refers to a family of iron-carbon alloys that have a carbon content that exceeds 2%. The process of casting requires the metal to be heated to reach its melting point, which will typically sit between 1,149 and 1,204 degrees Celsius. Once the metal has reached its melting point, it\u2019s then poured into a mould to create the desired shape. The earliest records of this process date back to the fifth century BC in China and have continued ever since.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/wp-static-staging\/wp-rapidmetals\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_128824216.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-262688\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/wp-static\/wp-rapidmetals\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_128824216.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/wp-static\/wp-rapidmetals\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_128824216-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/wp-static\/wp-rapidmetals\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_128824216-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Types of Cast Iron&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cast iron comes in many forms; however, the most common types include grey cast iron, white cast iron, ductile cast iron, malleable cast iron.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grey cast iron is most commonly used in households due to its stiffness and thermal conductivity. It\u2019s this type that\u2019s used to manufacture cookware, in addition to manifolds and flywheels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">White cast iron can be defined by its resistance to abrasion, resulting in its regular use in slurry pumps and cement mixers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ductile cast iron, otherwise known as spheroidal graphite or nodular cast iron, is, of course, ductile. Due to this ductility, it\u2019s commonly found in water-work infrastructure and vehicle suspension parts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like ductile cast iron, malleable cast iron is named after its primary property. On top of this malleability, malleable cast iron is also rather ductile. Consequently, it\u2019s often used to build machinery equipment, electrical parts, and other types of tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Advantages of Cast Iron<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As previously mentioned, cast iron is gifted with many advantages. Though many of these will be independent of the specific type, there are some shared advantages that apply to cast iron as a whole. For example, all types of cast iron are tough and durable, meaning that they\u2019re able to withstand all sorts of pressure. As a result, you\u2019ll find that cast iron won\u2019t dent unlike some cheaper types of stainless steel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On top of this, cast iron isn\u2019t porous, resulting in limited staining and making it easy to clean. This is a particularly useful property in our current situation as you\u2019ll find that cast iron doesn\u2019t harbour germs, minimising the spread of illnesses such as the coronavirus. Similarly, you\u2019ll often find that cast iron isn\u2019t harmed by harsh chemicals, meaning that you\u2019ll be able to thoroughly clean the material without compromising its exterior. Not only is it able to withstand damage from harsh chemicals, but it also resists scratching.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/wp-static-staging\/wp-rapidmetals\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_1507912130.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-262689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/wp-static\/wp-rapidmetals\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_1507912130.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/wp-static\/wp-rapidmetals\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_1507912130-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/wp-static\/wp-rapidmetals\/2022\/01\/shutterstock_1507912130-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Furthermore, cast iron effectively retains heat and can handle high temperatures. Similarly, cast iron isn\u2019t prone to fading and is also available in a selection of colours. Finally, cast iron minimises waste since it typically contains almost 80% reclaimed iron.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Disadvantages of Cast Iron<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite the endless advantages, there are, of course, a handful of disadvantages when it comes to cast iron. The first is that cast iron is quite heavy which can make it difficult to handle. Additionally, it\u2019s relatively more expensive than alternative metals, and you may not be presented with as much variation when it comes to style.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cast Iron Household Products<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As detailed above, cast iron is responsible for multiple household products, the main ones being cookware such as pots and pans, radiators, and also kitchen sinks. Each of these requires durability, heat retention, and hygiene, making cast iron the ideal material for every one of these products.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cast Iron at Rapid Metals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here at Rapid Metals, we stock both <a href=\"https:\/\/rapidmetals.co.uk\/product-category\/cast-iron\/round-cast-iron\/\">cast iron rounds<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/rapidmetals.co.uk\/product-category\/cast-iron\/square-cast-iron\/\">cast iron squares<\/a>. Each of these is available in several diameters, with cast iron rounds ranging from 25mm to 260mm and cast iron squares varying from 40mm to 100mm. The cost of our cast iron rounds can sit anywhere between \u00a330.45 plus VAT per metre and \u00a31,400 plus VAT per metre, whereas our cast iron squares will cost anywhere between \u00a390 plus VAT and \u00a3438.90 plus VAT per metre. Therefore, we\u2019re able to provide cast iron cut to size in order to adhere to the needs of your project.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Buy Cast Iron Today<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re in need of some cast iron, be sure to browse our product range. If you\u2019re unsure about what type you require, don\u2019t hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/rapidmetals.co.uk\/contact-us\/\">get in touch<\/a>. A member of our specialist team will be on hand to assist you with your cast iron needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cast iron is a handy material that can be used for all manner of household items, from cookware to radiators. Originally, it was used solely for industrial purposes; however, it has since crept into household applications due to its endless advantages.&nbsp; Despite this, many people don\u2019t know enough about cast iron to make an informed [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":41,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_members_access_role":[],"_members_access_error":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-262687","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Cast Iron Buying Guide | Blog | Rapid Metals<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Are you in need of some assistance when it comes to buying cast iron? 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