Question

Match plate pattern is made using wood.

(a) True

(b) False

I got this question in an interview for internship.

This intriguing question comes from Types of Patterns topic in section Pattern Materials & Moulding Sand Tests of Foundry and Forging

Answer 1

Right choice is (b) False

For explanation I would say: The complete pattern with the match plate is entirely made up of metal, usually aluminium for its light weight and machinability. But when the dimensions are critical, the match plate may be made up of steel with necessary case hardening of the critical wear points.