Patent ID: 8336600
Filing Date: 2012-12-25
Classification: B22C,B22D,B29C

Abstract:
1. A casting device ( 1 ) including a die ( 3 ) defining a die cavity ( 4 ) and including two die halves ( 3 a , 3 b ) configured for mating at a die parting ( 12 ) as well as a casting chamber ( 6 ) having an outlet ( 9 ) in communication with the die cavity, the casting device further including a closure member ( 18 , 26 ) movable relative to the die halves to at least partially close the outlet, at least one die half ( 3 a ) being provided with a vent passage ( 13 ) for venting the die cavity ( 4 ) and/or the casting chamber ( 6 ), the casting device further comprising: a sealing member ( wherein the vent passage ( wherein said closure member includes a spool (