The AJM Guide to Lost-Wax Casting [Paperback] by Contributors of AJM Magazine

AJM has earned its reputation as the authority on jewelry manufacturing for more than 40 years, and The AJM Guide to Lost-Wax Casting is a definitive example of that expertise. Written by contributors to AJM Magazine, this paperback reference brings together best practices, practical tips, and troubleshooting techniques from the industry's leading casting professionals. Whether you are refining your workflow or diagnosing recurring defects, this guide delivers actionable guidance grounded in real production experience.

From creating trouble-free master models to building uniform trees, the book walks through every critical stage of the lost-wax casting process. Proper techniques for investing, burnout, and breakout are covered in detail, with a consistent focus on achieving smooth, porosity-free castings. Casting defects are not an accepted norm — one errant task, contaminant, or faulty product can cause repeated failures and hours of cleanup. This guide helps transform consistent failures into consistent success.

Features

• Comprehensive coverage of the lost-wax casting process from master model to finished casting
• Best practices for building uniform trees and preparing investments
• Proper burnout and breakout techniques for porosity-free results
• Troubleshooting guidance for common and recurring casting defects
• Guide to stone-in-place casting techniques
• Instructions for casting over 500 grams of platinum on one tree
• Coverage of casting nickel-free white golds
• Contributions from the industry's leading casting experts
• Published by the team behind AJM Magazine, with over 40 years of jewelry manufacturing authority

Specifications

What's Included

• One paperback copy of The AJM Guide to Lost-Wax Casting