| Title | लोहा - Lohā (Cast Iron)लोहा Lohā |
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| Description | Lohā (Cast Iron) is an iron alloy with a high carbon content (2-4%), known for its compressive strength (400-600 MPa) and ability to be cast into complex shapes. It is susceptible to corrosion and has limited tensile strength. Used for decorative elements and structural supports. |
| Tags | लोहा Lohā Cast Iron Iron Metal Corrosion |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-025671053-20-11-25-LC |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/cast-iron |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/cast-iron |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 20, 2025 |
| Types | Metal Alloy |
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| Time Periods | British Colonial Period |
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| Sources | Iron ore mines Smelting furnaces |
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| Properties | Compressive strength: 400-600 MPa Tensile strength: 150-250 MPa Density: 7.0-7.3 g/cm³ Corrosion rate: High |
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| Uses | Decorative elements Structural supports Railings Pipes |
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| Materials | काष्ठ - Kāshtha (Timber) चूना - Chunā (Lime Mortar) |
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| Styles | Victorian architecture Colonial architecture |
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| Categories | Public Buildings Bridges |
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| Notes |
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| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Hare Krishna Temple Melbourne Albert Park | Secondary | 100% |