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Rolling Mill Rolls

Cast Rolls

Durable cast rolls in a range of metallurgical grades, produced by certified foundry partners for reliable performance.

Product Overview

Cast rolls are produced through iron or steel casting processes, offering a versatile and cost-effective solution for a wide range of rolling applications. VSAG partners with Changzhou Changji Metallurgical Roll Co., Ltd. — a leading Chinese cast roll specialist — to provide rolls across all cast grades and size ranges, from billet mill roughing rolls to hot strip mill finish-stand rolls.

Applications

  • Billet Mills
  • Bar & Rod Mills
  • Section Mills
  • Wire Rod Mills
  • Hot Strip Mills (roughing)
  • Plate Mills

Key Benefits

  • Cost-effective for high-wear roughing positions
  • Wide range of cast grades for different applications
  • Shorter lead times versus forged alternatives
  • Suitable for complex roll geometries (grooved rolls)
  • Full metallurgical certification included

Technical Specifications

ParameterValue
Diameter Range150 mm – 1,500 mm
Barrel LengthUp to 3,500 mm
WeightUp to 30 tons
Hardness (surface)35–80 HSD
MaterialSG Iron, Chilled Iron, Hi-Cr Iron, NI-Hard
ProcessStatic cast, centrifugal cast

Materials & Grades

Spheroidal Graphite (SG) Iron

Good toughness and machinability for groove rolls in long product mills.

Chilled Iron

Hard surface layer over tough core — classic solution for roughing stands.

High Chromium Iron

Excellent wear and oxidation resistance for hot mill applications.

Nickel Hard (NI-Hard)

Classic wear-resistant cast iron for demanding rolling conditions.

Manufacturing Process

  1. 01

    Melt preparation and alloy adjustment to target grade

  2. 02

    Gravity or centrifugal casting in prepared moulds

  3. 03

    Controlled cooling and annealing to develop microstructure

  4. 04

    Rough and finish turning with profile grinding for flat rolls

  5. 05

    Hardness survey and ultrasonic inspection

  6. 06

    Dimensional report and material certificate

Downloads

Documents available upon enquiry. Contact us to request technical documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you supply grooved cast rolls for long product mills?

Yes. We supply grooved rolls for all common groove patterns including oval, square, box, and diamond, to your groove drawing.

What is the advantage of cast over forged rolls?

Cast rolls offer shorter lead times, better groove-ability, and lower cost for positions where forged toughness is not required.