Innovative Technology, User-Friendly Reliability

Since its founding in 1983, Schultheiss GmbH has remained at the forefront of jewelry casting technology from its headquarters near the historic jewelry hub of Pforzheim, Germany. Offering repeatable results with a simple to use interface, Schultheiss machines reduce finishing time and boost production efficiency. Whether you are creating complex custom designs or managing high-volume casting cycles, these machines deliver consistent high-quality castings while reducing overall production costs.

  • Induction Heating

    Quickly melt your metal with minimal overshoot.

  • Advanced Metallurgy

    Features Mixing Booster technology for alloying metals to your specifications ensuring perfect alloy homogeneity every time.

  • Simplified Interface

    Use the integrated touchscreen display to create custom programs for casting your metal alloys. (VPC Pure + 100 Models)

  • 3-Chamber Injection Casting

    This unique technology presses liquid metal into the flask, reducing pouring time and filling filigree structures without overheating. (VPC Pure + 100 Models)

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Differential Pressure vs. Injection Casting

All of the Schultheiss casting machines are capable of casting using Differential Pressure. The VPC Pure and VPC 100 are also capable of Injection Casting. So, what's the difference?

  • Differential Pressure

    Differential Pressure Casting involves keeping the melting chamber and flask chamber at two different pressures. When the sealing rod inside the crucible lifts, the pressure differential will help pull the molten metal into the flask more quickly. This is much more effective than using vacuum alone.

  • Injection

    With Injection Casting on the VPC Pure and VPC 100, once the sealing rod is lifted inside the crucible, gas pressure from behind the metal will push it into the flask. This method is very effective for pieces with high detail. 

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Casting Machines

Differential Pressure and Injection casting will result in less casting defects through controlled heating and shortened pouring times, delivering high-quality and dense castings every time via an intuitive "one-button" control.

  • VPC 040 Power

    Space-Saving Powerhouse

    • 3.5 kW, 230V, 1 Ph
    • Max Casting Temp: 2,912 °F
    • 18K Capacity: 500g
    • Silver Capacity: 300g
    • Max Flask Size: 4" × 4"
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  • VPC Pure

    Complex Pieces & High Volume

    • 11 kW, 230V, 3 Ph
    • Max Casting Temp: 2,912 °F
    • 18K Capacity: 2,500g
    • Silver Capacity: 1,600g
    • Max Flask Size: 5" × 12"
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  • VPC 100

    Maximum Production Capability

    • 13 kW | 16 kW, 230V, 3 Ph
    • Max Casting Temp: 2,912 °F
    • 18K Capacity: 2,500g
    • Silver Capacity: 1,600g
    • Max Flask Size: 5" × 15"
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Revolving Flask Burnout Furnaces

Efficiency starts before you cast. Multi-tiered rotating furnaces for dewaxing and burnout minimize heat zoning inside the furnace for more uniform heating, and the easy to use interface can recall a specific flask of your choosing.

  • RF 402IIF

    Fits Through Every Door

    • Max Temp: 1472°F
    • 4" Flask Capacity: 
    • 18 Flangeless, 12 with flange
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  • RF 502IIF

    Effective and Precise Workhorse

    • Max Temp: 1472°F
    • 4" Flask Capacity
    • 36 Flangeless, 18 with Flange
    • Optional 3rd Turntable increases capacity to 54 4" x 8" flangless flasks
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  • RF 602IIF

    Handles Large Production Volumes

    • Max Temp: 1472°F
    • 4" Flask Capacity
    • 48 Flangeless, 32 with Flange
    • Optional 3rd Turntable increases capacity to 72 4" x 8" flangless flasks
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Frequently Asked Questions

Why are Schultheiss casting machines used in jewelry production and manufacturing?

Schultheiss machines combine induction melting, pressure-differential casting, and automated casting cycles to produce repeatable, high-quality results. These systems are engineered to minimize metal loss, improve casting detail, and reduce finishing time.

What types of jewelry can be cast with Schultheiss machines?

Schultheiss casting systems can produce a wide range of jewelry including:

  • Intricate filigree pieces
  • Pavé and stone-setting designs
  • Gold and silver jewelry
  • Production jewelry components

Their pressure-controlled casting technology allows molten metal to fill extremely detailed molds reliably.

What metals can be cast with Schultheiss casting machines?

Schultheiss VPC machines support many jewelry alloys including silver and all gold alloys, including Palladium White.

How does automated casting improve production?

Automated casting cycles help manufacturers maintain consistent temperatures, pressure, and timing during the casting process. This improves repeatability, reduces operator error, and allows shops to maintain higher production output with consistent results.

What are the benefits of pressure-differential casting

Pressure-differential casting improves metal flow into molds, allowing molten metal to reach extremely fine details while reducing porosity and shrinkage defects.

This results in:

  • Smoother surfaces
  • Denser castings
  • Better fill in intricate designs
  • Less finishing work
  • More consistent casting results

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