cb 21 Investment Casting
Cobalt Alloy 21 Investment Castings
Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc. pours and casts cobalt alloy 21 for a variety of applications and industries. cobalt alloy 21 investment castings, also known as cobalt alloy HS-21, is suited for high temperatures, wear resistance, and precision performance applications. cobalt alloy 21 is made up of mostly chromium, nickel, and molybdenum. These chemical properties allow for the material to be oxidation resistant, which ensures long-term usage in corrosive environments such as chemical processing industries.
Key Characteristics
Key Characteristics of Cobalt Alloy 21 Investment Castings:
- High-Temperature Strength – Maintains structural integrity and mechanical properties at extreme temperatures.
- Superior Wear Resistance – Withstands metal-to-metal contact and abrasive conditions.
- Oxidation & Corrosion Resistance – Excellent performance in harsh chemical environments, ensuring long-term durability.
- Outstanding Weldability – Easy to fabricate and repair without compromising material strength.
- Heat Resistance – Performs well under intense thermal conditions, making it ideal for high-heat applications.
Industries & Applications
Common Industries & Applications of Cobalt Alloy 21
- Medical implants
- Turbine blades
- Rotary rings
- Food processing equipment
- Valve seats
- Fuel nozzles
- Heavy industrial applications
Additional Cobalt Grades
Markets We Serve
Trusted by
Demanding Industries
Commercial Firearms & Military
Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc. specializes in components for the firearm and gun industries through the investment casting process, producing military components, commonly for AR-15, M16, M240, and M249.
Power Transmission
Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc. (MPC) is proud to serve the industry in many areas, producing power transmission component castings that pass stringent requirements for high-voltage substation power switching and storage equipment.
Medical
Investment castings used in medical-related applications require the highest degree of quality, cleanliness and surface finish.
Auto After Market
Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc. has extensive exposure in the automotive aftermarket, the secondary market of the automotive industry. We specialize in the manufacturing of vehicle parts, tools, and accessories for light and heavy vehicles.
Food & Dairy
Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc. plays a major role in the production of stainless steel investment castings used in the food & dairy industry.
Construction
Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc. (MPC) produces construction component castings for tools and equipment used in the construction industry.
Meat Processing
Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc. produces a wide array of standard and customized investment casting products for meat processing equipment, including meat grinder parts and special attachments for machinery.
Machine Tool
Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc. produces quality investment castings for a wide range of applications in the machine tool industry.
Waste Management
Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc. produces a wide array of standard and customized investment casting products for wastewater treatment equipment.
Mining
Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc. has long supported the mining and earth-moving industry with mining investment castings built for tough, abrasive environments.
Logging
Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc. produces a wide array of standard and customized investment casting solutions for the logging industry, including forestry equipment castings, heavy equipment castings, and off-highway machinery castings.
Oil & Gas
Investment castings used in the oil and gas industry must meet the highest standards of quality, durability, and corrosion resistance to withstand extreme operating conditions.Milwaukee Precision Casting produces stainless steel castings and A356 castings used in applications such as ramps, heavy-duty locks, flame and flow control, and even material removal fingers.
Utilities
Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc. produces a wide array of standard and customized power generation investment castings for the utilities industry.
Agriculture
Agriculture equipment operates in tough, demanding environments, which is why investment castings have been a trusted solution in the industry for decades.
Petrochemical
At Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc., we specialize in manufacturing high-performance investment castings for the petrochemical industry, where precision, durability, and safety are paramount.
Pumps & Valves
Milwaukee Precision Castings produces near-net shape, high-quality, durable investment castings for pumps and valves.
Minimal Lead Time
Built for complex applications requiring repeatable accuracy and tight dimensional control across production runs.
Accuracy of ± .005 per inch
ISO-certified quality systems with advanced inspection and full traceability from tooling to delivery.
AMS 2175 Compliance
Fast RFQ response, efficient tooling development, and scalable production capacity to meet your schedule.
Competitive Pricing
Cast, machine, finish, and inspect under one roof — reducing lead times and supply chain complexity.
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
DFM reviews and casting optimization from experienced engineers who understand your application requirements.
Advanced Inspection
X-ray, MPI, FPI, HIPing, and dimensional validation ensure every component meets your spec before shipment.
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We cast a broad range of alloys — from corrosion-resistant stainless grades to
high-strength tool steels — engineered for demanding industrial, defense, and
energy applications.
Fast RFQ Response
Typical quote turnaround within 1–2 business days
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DFM review and casting optimization included with every quote
Scalable Production
Prototype to high-volume production capability
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Material selection, tolerance review, and process recommendations
