Sea Coal (Noun)
Meaning
Pulverized bituminous coal; used as a foundry facing.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The foundry workers applied a layer of sea coal to the mold to create a smooth surface for the molten metal.
- Sea coal was used to line the furnace, allowing for more efficient heat transfer and a higher-quality casting.
- The engineer specified sea coal as the preferred facing material for the foundry due to its high carbon content.
- A mixture of sea coal and silica was used to create a durable and heat-resistant coating for the foundry mold.
- The foundry's use of sea coal as a facing material resulted in a significant reduction in casting defects and improved overall quality.