Stopper Rods & Nozzles
Stopper rods and nozzles are used in pressure pour and continuous casting operations. Stopper rods and nozzles give you a precise and controlled pour every time.
Our stopper rods are based on an alumina-graphite composition, which is best suited for iron applications. However, we do have options for steel. The ceramic-bonded stopper rods are isostatically pressed for uniformed density offering superior strength and erosion resistance. In addition, we can have the tip of the stopper rod nose pressed with a special mix for enhanced erosion and abrasion resistance.
Nozzles are installed in bottom pour ladles and auto pour systems. The stopper rod sits inside the nozzle. As the stopper rod moves, it controls the flow of metal. The stopper rod must fit the nozzle perfectly not to allow the metal to leak out. We offer fused silica, refractory, and clay graphite nozzles that are sure to fit your application.
Carpenter Brothers, Inc. has all the necessary products for your casting and shakeout operation. We have metal cleaners, slag coagulants, metal skimmers, and vacuum-formed skimmers to help ensure your castings are defect-free. In addition, we carry a wide range of pouring hand ladles and sampling spoons for ferrous or nonferrous applications. And after you have poured your casting, we have the right hot topping to apply. So take a look around; if you don’t see what you are looking for, give us a call or send us an email as there is a good chance we have it.
Foundry Products
We supply the necessary foundry products you need to make a quality casting. Whether you need Metals & Alloys, Melting & Melt Quality, Molding & Core Making, Casting & Shakeout, Finishing & Surface Preparation, or Environmental Compliance products, we have what you need.
About Us
Carpenter Brothers, Inc. is the leading supplier of equipment, consumables, and technical expertise for the metal casting industry. Founded in 1917, by Everett and Milton Carpenter, the brothers were able to use their unique foundry experiences to solve the problem of the day: a reliable sand source. They got their foot in the door by selling natural bonded molding sand, which was mined by hand, loaded into horse-drawn carts, and then delivered to customers. Not only did they sell the sand, but their technical expertise was readily available for all customers, big or small, to help manufacture the best castings. After surviving The Great Depression, Carpenter Brothers, Inc. slowly increased the number of products it distributed and expanded its sales territory into what it is today.
Carpenter Brothers, Inc. has committed itself to its customer's success by providing exceptional service to go along with the superior products and equipment they supply. With multiple warehouses around the United States we can get you the products you need when you need them. Our logistics team can handle getting your order to you by truck, plane, or train. Our technical sales and engineering staff all have experience in the industry, so when you buy from Carpenter Brothers you gain access to all of our knowledge.
