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For other uses, see Billet (disambiguation) .

Billet is a term used in Manufacturing to refer to a cast product. A cast product is defined as either as Ingot or a billet, depending on whether the cross-sectional diameter is greater than, or less than approximately 200 mm, respectively. A billet is typically cast to a geometry compatible with secondary processing, e.g. Forging . An ingot is typically cast to a convenient geometry for further primary processing, e.g. heat treatment (Schey, 1999). Ingots and billets are collectively known as Barstock .


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  • Schey, J. A., ''Introduction to Manufacturing Processes'', Mcgraw-Hill (1999).