As a specialized casting and CNC machining factory in Ningbo, China, we specialize in Water Glass Casting Motor Spindle components that deliver high torque density and long service life in demanding motor applications.
Material: low-alloy carbon steel (AISI 4140/4340), stainless 304/316L on request
Weight range: 0.8 kg – 120 kg per spindle
Casting process: water glass investment casting for near-net shape and superior surface finish (Ra 3.2–6.3 µm)
Machining allowances: ≤ 0.5 mm per side, 5-axis CNC turning & milling to ±0.01 mm tolerance
Hardness: 28–34 HRC after quench & temper; optional induction hardening to 50 HRC on journals
Dynamic balancing: G2.5 grade at 12 000 rpm, verified on Schenck horizontal balancing machines
Threads, keyways and bearing seats are 100 % gauged; run-out ≤ 0.02 mm TIR
Quality & Certifications
We run a fully integrated quality system certified to ISO 9001 and IATF 16949. Every Water Glass Casting Motor Spindle undergoes:
Spectro-chemical analysis before pouring
X-ray or UT on critical sections
3D CMM final inspection with PC-DMIS reporting
Optional PPAP Level 3 documentation for automotive clients
Typical Applications
High-speed servo motors (up to 15 kW)
CNC machining center direct-drive units
Wind-turbine pitch actuators
Hydraulic motor power take-off shafts
Advantages of Water Glass Casting
Compared to silica-sol investment casting, the water glass process offers 15–20 % lower cost while retaining ±0.25 mm dimensional accuracy. This makes our Water Glass Casting Motor Spindle ideal for medium-to-large volumes where precision and economy must coexist.
Secondary Operations & Coating
Besides finish machining, we provide:
Deep-hole drilling for coolant passages
Induction hardening and nitriding
Zinc, nickel or black oxide plating
Laser marking for traceability
Packaging & Lead Time
Spindles are oiled, sleeved in VCI film and packed in custom foam inserts within export-grade plywood crates. Standard lead time is 4–5 weeks after drawing approval; rush deliveries available in 15 days.
Contact Us Today
Send your drawing or sample and receive a detailed DFM report within 48 hours. Let our Water Glass Casting Motor Spindle solutions power your next motor platform.