The difference between forged and cast bucket teeth

Although bucket teeth are a small part of earthmoving machinery and are relatively inexpensive, strength and durability are undoubtedly factors that must be considered when selecting them. Among the various types of bucket teeth, both forged and cast bucket teeth are usually wear-resistant. However, forged bucket teeth have higher wear resistance and hardness, and their service life is two times longer than cast bucket teeth.

About casting bucket teeth:

The manufacturing process begins by pouring molten metal into a mold cavity with a repeating pattern of teeth. After cooling, the teeth are removed from the mold.

The casting process may cause air to be trapped in the metal pouring process and may create excess metal when the two parts of the mold are joined together. The mechanical properties and wear resistance of cast teeth are not as good as those of forged teeth.

About forging bucket teeth:

Forged bucket teeth are made from billets by an innovative forging process. A forging press is used to generate extreme pressure and high temperature extrusion to optimize the grain flow of the steel to provide enhanced mechanical properties. Forged bucket teeth offer high impact strength, better wear resistance and longer service life.

Due to our excellent heat treatment process for our forged bucket teeth, we can confidently guarantee the same hardness inside and outside.