core pins

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Scope note
Metal rods, nails, or wire that is embedded in both the core and the outer mold of a cast that serves to secure the core in place during a pour. Core pins have traditionally been made of copper alloys, iron, or steel, and today are generally made of stainless steel.
core pins
Accepted term: 01-Dec-2025