Pistol pipe

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-004333",
  "term": "Pistol pipe",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A specific type of shrinkage cavity or pipe defect found in ingots, characterized by its irregular, often branched shape resembling a pistol. This defect forms due to complex solidification patterns and gas evolution within the molten metal. Pistol pipes are detrimental to material integrity and require extensive cropping to eliminate.",
  "subject": "Metallurgy",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Pistolenrohr",
    "es": "tubería de pistola",
    "fr": "tuyau pistolet"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/pistol-pipe/"
}