noun
- Plural of ingate; channels or openings through which molten metal enters a mold during casting.
Usage: technical; metallurgy
Examples
- The foundry worker designed multiple ingates to ensure even distribution of the molten aluminum.
- Proper placement of ingates is critical for reducing defects in cast metal parts.
- The ingates were positioned at the thickest sections of the mold to promote uniform cooling.
- Engineers optimized the ingates to minimize turbulence during the casting process.