#548 Alloy

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UNITED’S 548 ALLOY may be used for 10K - 18K casting, or hand-made (rolling), which produces a pink / red finished color.

You should obtain excellent results by following a few simple instructions.

MELTING

We do recommend pre-graining all alloy and fine gold before casting to assure a uniform mixture.

FLASK TEMPERATURE
We recommended a slightly higher temperature.

FLUXING
Boric Acid is the recommended flux. Use as little flux as possible. Do not use carbon fluxes or any fluxes designed for refining; i.e., soda ash, saltpeter, etc. Avoid flux in bottom pour automatic casting units.

QUENCH TIME
For 10K & 14K quench 15 minutes.  For 18K quench A.S.A.P.  For hand-made (rolling), quench ingot immediately.

INVESTMENT REMOVAL
Most standard investment removers will successfully remove the investment powder. Fluoric-based investment removers are the best for removing the silicon oxide invisible coating. Our Brite-Cast Investment Remover also works very well.

REMELTING
We recommend 50% rejuvenation for remelting.

NOTES
Melt temperature may vary with type of unit. This alloy is designed for casting only.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
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