CASTEM (THAILAND) CO., LTD.
Most recent update: 2025-04-01
MIM (Metal Injection Molding) parts manufacturing and sales.
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CASTEM (THAILAND) CO., LTD. serves as the Thailand-based production facility for CASTEM, a global leader in precision casting. Established in 1970, CASTEM leverages proprietary technologies such as Metal Injection Molding (MIM) and Lost Wax Casting to deliver products that meet the diverse needs of various industrial sectors. The Thailand facility functions as a supply hub for the Southeast Asian market, equipped with high production capacity and robust quality management systems.
■ Business Operations
CASTEM (THAILAND) CO., LTD. engages in the following activities:
Manufacturing precision casting components: Supplying high-precision parts for medical devices, automotive components, and industrial machinery
Utilizing proprietary technologies: Leveraging Lost Wax Casting and MIM techniques to accommodate a wide range of shapes and materials
Quick response to customer needs: Ensuring short lead times for both prototypes and mass production
■ Strengths
The Thailand facility of CASTEM offers the following key strengths:
Advanced precision processing technologies: Capable of reproducing complex shapes with high accuracy
International quality standards: ISO-certified, adhering to global quality benchmarks
Cost-effectiveness: Efficient production systems utilizing local resources
Flexible customization options: Providing support from the prototyping stage to propose optimal manufacturing processes
With its precision casting technologies, CASTEM contributes to solving challenges across various industries.
Lost-wax casting technology is a precision manufacturing method that involves pouring molten metal into molds to produce highly accurate components with complex shapes. Also known as investment casting, this technique is widely employed across industries such as automotive, medical, aerospace, and industrial machinery to create high-quality parts. At Castem, our lost-wax casting technology is supported by an integrated production system, from mold design to final products, ensuring reliability and cost efficiency to meet the demands of customers seeking high-precision metal processing solutions.
■ Key Features
Ability to produce complex shapes: Lost-wax casting allows for the faithful reproduction of intricate designs and shapes that are challenging with conventional machining methods.
High dimensional accuracy: Achieves dimensional precision of up to ±0.1mm, minimizing post-processing requirements and reducing finishing costs.
Material versatility: Compatible with various metals, including stainless steel, carbon steel, and copper alloys, enabling material selection tailored to specific product requirements.
Scalability: Flexible production capabilities ranging from prototypes and small batches to mass production.
Enhanced surface finishing: Produces smooth surfaces, reducing the need for extensive finishing work.
■ Capabilities
Dimensional range: Supports small to medium-sized parts while maintaining precision.
Production volumes: Accommodates small-lot production to mass production of tens of thousands of pieces, offering manufacturing flexibility.
Material compatibility: Works with a diverse range of materials such as iron-based alloys, copper-based alloys, aluminum alloys, and stainless steel.
Surface roughness: Provides smooth finishes, minimizing the need for additional polishing and reducing costs.
■ Materials
Carbon steel - S25C, S45C
Chromium molybdenum steel - SCM415, SCM435, SCM440
Nickel chromium steel - SNC415, SNC815
Nickel chromium-molybdenum steel - SNCM220, SNCM439, SNCM616
Tool steel - SK105, SKS3, SKD11, SK85, SKD61
High-speed steel - SKH51, SKH57
Austenitic stainless steel - SCS13 (SUS304), SCS14 (SUS316), SUS303, SCS19 (SUS304L), SCS16 (SUS316L), SCS18 (SUS310S), SUSXM15J1
Martensitic stainless steel - SCS1 (SUS410), SCS2 (SUS420J1), SCS2A (SUS420J2), SUS440C
Precipitation hardening stainless steel - SCS24（SUS630）
Ferritic stainless steel - SUS430
Duplex stainless steel - SCS11（SUS329J1）
Heat-resistant steel - SCH13, SCH21, SCH22
Special steel - SUJ2, SUP10, SUM23
Cast iron - FC200, FCD500
Aluminum alloy - AC4C, AC7A
Copper alloy - CAC102 (pure copper), CAC302 (HBsC2), CAC403 (BC3), CAC703 (ALBC3), CAC802 (SzBC2), CAC502A (PBC2), CAC203 (YBs C3), CrCu (chromium copper）
Cobalt alloy - Stellite 12
■ Case Studies
Automotive Components: Proven track record in engine parts, drivetrain components, and exhaust system parts, where precise designs and high durability are essential.
Medical Device Components: Used in surgical instruments and precision medical equipment requiring high accuracy and biocompatibility.
Industrial Machinery Components: Enables the production of complex and durable parts for conveyor systems and precision machinery.
■ Applications
This versatile technology supports the manufacturing of automotive parts, engine components, drivetrain parts, medical devices, industrial machinery parts, as well as components for electronics and precision instruments. Lost-wax casting is a highly effective method for producing complex, high-precision metal parts, addressing a wide range of metalworking needs. It delivers quality and reliability, ensuring customer satisfaction and trust.
CASTEM (THAILAND) CO., LTD. is located in Samut Prakan Province, Thailand, and provides services nationwide.
■ For more details, please download PDF or feel free to contact us.
Digital Cast is an innovative casting technology offered by Castem, leveraging 3D printing to revolutionize the manufacturing process. Unlike traditional casting methods that require molds, this technology creates casting molds directly from CAD data, making it ideal for small-lot production and prototypes. It also supports the production of complex shapes and custom parts, enabling rapid product development.
■ Key Features
No molds required: Eliminates the traditional mold-making process, significantly reducing lead time and costs.
Small-lot production: The absence of molds allows for flexible production, even for single units.
High precision and complex shapes: 3D-printed molds enable precise replication of intricate designs and complex geometries.
Flexible design changes: Modifications to CAD data are directly reflected in the casting mold, ensuring quick responses to design changes.
Material versatility: Compatible with various metals, including steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and copper alloys.
■ Capabilities
Dimensional range: Accommodates the production of small to medium-sized components with high precision and intricate details.
Manufacturing lead time: From CAD data preparation to casting completion, the process is completed in a short time.
Material options: Supports a wide range of metals, including steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and copper alloys, allowing for material selection tailored to specific applications.
Replication accuracy: Achieves a precision of ±0.1mm, faithfully reproducing intricate details and geometric designs.
■ Materials
Carbon steel - S25C, S45C
Chromium molybdenum steel - SCM415, SCM435, SCM440
Nickel chromium steel - SNC415, SNC815
Nickel chromium-molybdenum steel - SNCM220, SNCM439, SNCM616
Tool steel - SK105, SKS3, SKD11, SK85, SKD61
High-speed steel - SKH51, SKH57
Austenitic stainless steel - SCS13 (SUS304), SCS14 (SUS316), SUS303, SCS19 (SUS304L), SCS16 (SUS316L), SCS18 (SUS310S), SUSXM15J1
Martensitic stainless steel - SCS1 (SUS410), SCS2 (SUS420J1), SCS2A (SUS420J2), SUS440C
Precipitation hardening stainless steel - SCS24（SUS630）
Ferritic stainless steel - SUS430
Duplex stainless steel - SCS11（SUS329J1）
Heat-resistant steel - SCH13, SCH21, SCH22
Special steel - SUJ2, SUP10, SUM23
Cast iron - FC200, FCD500
Aluminum alloy - AC4C, AC7A
Copper alloy - CAC102 (pure copper), CAC302 (HBsC2), CAC403 (BC3), CAC703 (ALBC3), CAC802 (SzBC2), CAC502A (PBC2), CAC203 (YBs C3), CrCu (chromium copper）
Cobalt alloy - Stellite 12
■ Case Studies
Prototype production: Used for creating prototypes during product development, enabling early-stage evaluations and improvements.
Custom part manufacturing: Ideal for high-design, complex custom parts and low-volume production.
Precision equipment components: Widely adopted in the precision equipment industry, where complex geometries and high accuracy are essential.
■ Applications
Digital Cast is widely used for manufacturing precision parts, prototypes, and low-volume products in industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical, and electronics. It is particularly suitable for products requiring unique shapes or frequent design changes during development.
This casting technology offers a groundbreaking manufacturing solution, enabling fast and flexible product development while meeting a diverse range of customer needs.
CASTEM (THAILAND) CO., LTD. is located in Samut Prakan Province, Thailand, and provides services nationwide.
■ For more details, please download PDF or feel free to contact us.
Metal Injection Molding (MIM) technology combines metal powders with a binder to create high-precision, complex-shaped metal components through injection molding. Castem's MIM technology enables integrated production of small and intricate metal parts, which are difficult to produce using conventional machining methods. This technology is utilized across various industries, including automotive, medical, and IT equipment, faithfully reproducing intricate designs while reducing manufacturing costs.
■ Key Features
High-precision complex shapes: Capable of manufacturing parts with intricate details and complex geometries with a precision of ±0.1mm.
Material versatility: Supports a wide range of metals, such as stainless steel, low-alloy steel, titanium alloys, and magnetic materials.
Integrated production system: Manages the entire process, from material mixing to debinding and sintering, ensuring consistent quality and quick delivery.
Mass production capabilities: Ideal for medium- to high-volume production, particularly for orders exceeding 10,000 units, with cost and speed efficiency.
Reduced post-processing: High dimensional accuracy and smooth surface finishes minimize the need for additional finishing work.
■ Capabilities
Dimensional range: Suitable for small to medium-sized parts, particularly those requiring precise details.
Production volume: Capable of producing thousands to tens of thousands of units efficiently.
Material compatibility: Supports a wide variety of metals, including stainless steel, low-alloy steel, titanium, and magnetic materials.
Sintering technology: Proprietary sintering processes enhance component strength and precision.
■ Materials
Chromium molybdenum steel - SCM415
Nickel chromium-molybdenum steel - SNCM439
Tool steel - SKD11
High-speed steel - SKH57
Stainless alloy (Austenitic, Martensitic, Precipitation hardening) - SUS304L, SUS316L, SUS420J2, SUS630 (17-4PH)
Heat-resistant steel - HK-30
Special steel - Kovar, Permalloy, Co-Cr-Mo alloy, Fe-3%Si
Cemented carbide - WC-10%Co
Magnetic and low thermal expansion alloy - Fe-42%Ni
Titanium - pure titanium, 6AL4VTi
■ Case Studies
Automotive components: Used for fuel injection systems, engine parts, and other components requiring high precision and complex shapes.
Medical devices: Ideal for small, intricate parts such as surgical instruments and medical tweezers.
IT and electronic components: Proven success in manufacturing parts like heat sinks and miniature connectors for electronic devices.
■ Applications
MIM technology is widely applied in the production of automotive components, medical instruments, IT devices, home appliances, electronic components, and precision industrial machine parts. It is particularly well-suited for manufacturing metal parts with complex geometries and high dimensional accuracy.
By offering an efficient and precise alternative to traditional machining methods, MIM technology meets the needs of diverse industries, enabling the production of high-precision components.
CASTEM (THAILAND) CO., LTD. is located in Samut Prakan Province, Thailand, and provides services nationwide.
■ For more details, please download PDF or feel free to contact us.
CT scanning technology is an advanced inspection method that analyzes the internal structure and defects of products without causing damage. Using X-rays to create a 3D model of a product’s interior, this technique enables dimensional measurements and defect detection. It is an essential tool in quality control and design verification for precision components and is widely used in industries such as automotive, medical, and aerospace. Castem employs state-of-the-art CT scanning equipment to provide high-precision and rapid inspection services.
■ Key Features
Non-destructive inspection: Enables examination of internal structures and defects without damaging the product.
High-precision analysis: Detects minute internal defects and dimensions with an accuracy of ±0.01mm.
3D model creation: Generates detailed 3D models of internal structures for use in design and analysis.
Versatile applications: Suitable for defect detection, dimensional measurement, and reverse engineering.
Broad material compatibility: Capable of inspecting various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites.
■ Capabilities
Measurement range: Supports the precise inspection of small to medium-sized products.
Analysis precision: Guarantees a high measurement accuracy of ±0.01mm.
Material compatibility: Inspects a wide range of materials, such as metals, plastics, and ceramics.
Data output: Provides output in 3D CAD formats for use in design and manufacturing processes.
■ Case Studies
Automotive component inspection: Detects defects and wear in engine components and drivetrain systems.
Medical device validation: Verifies internal structures and dimensional accuracy of medical components.
Aerospace component inspection: Ensures quality control of aerospace parts where reliability is critical.
Reverse engineering: Scans existing components to generate 3D data for redesign purposes.
■ Applications
CT scanning technology is used not only for detecting internal defects and dimensional measurements but also for prototype evaluation, mass production quality control, and reverse engineering. It is particularly suited for verifying complex structures and facilitating re-engineering processes.
By leveraging non-destructive inspection, CT scanning technology enhances product quality and reliability, meeting the diverse needs of the precision manufacturing industry.
CASTEM (THAILAND) CO., LTD. is located in Samut Prakan Province, Thailand, and provides services nationwide.
■ For more details, please download PDF or feel free to contact us.
3D modeling technology is a manufacturing method that directly creates three-dimensional objects from digital data, eliminating the need for molds in prototyping and custom production. This results in reduced costs and shorter lead times. At Castem we integrate 3D printing with casting technology to produce high-precision metal components, including those with complex shapes that are difficult to achieve with traditional molds. This approach supports diverse needs from the early stages of product development, enabling rapid prototyping and quicker market launches.
■ Key Features
Production of complex shapes: Using water-soluble support materials, intricate designs like lattice structures can be reproduced with high precision.
Color printing support: Produces vibrant, colorful objects with up to 360,000 colors using colored resins, eliminating the need for painting.
Cost-effectiveness: Without the need for molds, prototypes and custom pieces can be produced at lower costs.
High-quality production: Comprehensive in-house production in Japan ensures meticulous attention to detail and fast delivery.
Material versatility: Offers a wide range of materials, including colored, translucent, rubber-like, and ABS-like resins, tailored to the application.
■ Specifications
Minimum layering pitch: High-resolution printing starting from 14µm.
Maximum build size: Varies by machine, capable of accommodating large parts.
Material options: Compatible with diverse materials such as colored resins, translucent resins, rubber-like resins, and ABS-like resins.
Surface finishing: Delivers smooth surfaces, minimizing the need for additional finishing work.
■ Applications
Prototype models: Ideal for shape verification and functional testing during product development.
Custom parts: Suitable for custom and one-off products tailored to individual needs.
Design validation: Used for physical design verification and creating presentation models.
Educational and research purposes: Useful for creating experimental models and teaching materials in educational and research institutions.
3D modeling technology accelerates product development while reducing costs, offering flexibility to meet diverse requirements. Whether for high-precision prototypes or custom manufacturing, we’re here to help—please don’t hesitate to contact us.
CASTEM (THAILAND) CO., LTD. is located in Samut Prakan Province, Thailand, and provides services nationwide.
■ For more details, please download PDF or feel free to contact us.
Submicron 3D printing technology leverages the world's highest precision 3D photolithography to enable prototyping of intricate components such as micro lenses, diffractive optical elements, microneedles, and MEMS. Castem, in collaboration with Kyoto University of Advanced Science, offers contract fabrication services utilizing this technology. With a resolution as fine as 0.2μm, it enables the production of shapes and precision levels previously unattainable with conventional methods.
■ Key Features
High-precision fabrication: Achieves a minimum resolution of 0.2μm, enabling the creation of detailed structures and complex shapes.
No mold required: Eliminates the need for molds or machining, allowing for cost and time-efficient production, even for single prototypes.
Fast delivery: Supports rapid prototyping with a turnaround time of just three weeks.
Material versatility: Utilizes resins such as IP-Q, IP-S, and IP-Dip, allowing for material selection based on heat resistance and mechanical properties.
Optional services: Offers additional options like dry plating (materials: platinum, etc.) and microphotography for added functionality and analysis.
■ Specifications
Printing modes: Supports LF, MF, and SF modes for tailored solutions based on application needs.
Substrates: Compatible with silicon, ITO, silica, and other substrate types.
Heat resistance: Depending on the resin used, the printed parts can withstand temperatures ranging from 242°C to 371°C.
Minimum size: Fabricates features as small as 0.2μm in the XY direction and 0.3μm in the Z direction.
Maximum size: Supports fabrication up to 15mm × 8mm in size.
■ Applications
Micro-optics: Fabrication of hemispherical micro lenses with smooth surfaces.
Biomedical engineering: Prototyping microneedle arrays with sharp tips for medical applications.
Microfluidics: Production of nozzles with undercut interiors that are challenging to create via machining.
Biomimetics: Recreating biological structures, such as an ant at actual size, based on CT scans for biomimicry research.
Photonics: Manufacturing ultra-fine lattice structures for photonic applications.
Submicron 3D printing technology enables the fabrication of microstructures that were previously difficult to achieve, opening new possibilities in research, development, and product prototyping.
CASTEM (THAILAND) CO., LTD. is located in Samut Prakan Province, Thailand, and provides services nationwide.
■ For more details, please download PDF or feel free to contact us.
The valve body serves as a key structural component in valve systems, ensuring effective fluid control and shutoff. Castem's valve bodies are manufactured using lost-wax casting technology and are made from corrosion-resistant SCS13 stainless steel. Designed for high precision, these components enhance the performance and reliability of fluid control equipment. Built to withstand harsh conditions, they support stable valve operation over long periods.
■ Key Features
High-precision molding: Lost-wax casting ensures high dimensional accuracy, enhancing valve reliability.
Corrosion resistance: Made from SCS13 material, providing superior durability in corrosive environments.
Pressure resistance: Engineered to handle high-pressure fluid control, ensuring safe valve operation.
Optimized for valve systems: Ideal for valve equipment requiring precise fluid control and operational reliability.
■ Specifications
Material: SCS13 (stainless steel)
Size: Diameter 88mm × Height 37mm
Manufacturing method: Lost-wax casting
Applicable industries: Valve equipment and fluid control systems
■ Applications
This valve body is used in industrial valve systems for fluid control in corrosive and high-pressure environments. It is widely employed in industries such as chemical processing, oil and gas, and food production. Essential for improving valve performance and longevity, it ensures reliability in demanding fluid control applications.
As a high-quality component supporting the durability and precision of valve systems, Castem's valve bodies are trusted by industries worldwide.
CASTEM (THAILAND) CO., LTD. is located in Samut Prakan Province, Thailand, and provides services nationwide.
■ For more details, please download PDF or feel free to contact us.
The lever with a lower bobbin roll plays a critical role in sewing equipment. This product, offered by Castem, is manufactured using lost-wax casting technology, ensuring high-precision shapes and exceptional durability. Made from S45C carbon steel, known for its strength and wear resistance, it guarantees the reliability required to maintain the stable operation of sewing equipment.
■ Key Features
High-precision casting: Lost-wax technology enables the production of highly precise parts with detailed accuracy.
Durability: Made from S45C material, offering excellent wear resistance and strength for extended service life.
Enhanced sewing machine stability: Supports stable performance and durability of sewing equipment when incorporated.
Compact size: Measuring 31.5 × 25 × 9.5, it is perfectly suited for small and intricate sewing machine components.
■ Specifications
Material: S45C (fine-forged carbon steel)
Size: 31.5 × 25 × 9.5
Manufacturing method: Lost-wax casting
Applicable industries: Sewing machine-related equipment
■ Applications
Primarily used as a driving component in sewing machines, this lever ensures smooth operation and enhances the overall durability of the equipment. Its precise dimensions make it ideal for assembling devices that require high accuracy, with potential applications in other small precision devices as well.
By utilizing lost-wax casting technology, the lever with a lower bobbin roll achieves superior precision and durability, making it a widely adopted component that ensures the reliability of sewing machines.
CASTEM (THAILAND) CO., LTD. is located in Samut Prakan Province, Thailand, and provides services nationwide.
■ For more details, please download PDF or feel free to contact us.
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Lost-wax （ Mass production / Casting ） |
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| Company name | CASTEM (THAILAND) CO., LTD. | Website URL | http://www.castem.co.jp/ |
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| Street address |
Muangsamutprakarn District Samut Prakan Kingdom of Thailand
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Person in charge | sales@castem.co.th |
| Telephone number | +66-38-454-762 | Fax number | +66-38-717-404 |
| Capital | 25,000,000 THB | Employees | 430 |
| Annual sales | Unregister | EMIDAS Member Number | 89977 |
| Type of manufacturing | Machine tools / Industrial machinery / Medical equipment | ||
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| Large | Medium | Small |
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| Mass production | Casting | Lost-wax Cast steel Aluminum alloy Metal injection molding (MIM) |
