What is Type II Anodizing and What are its Benefits
Anodizing is an electrochemical process using which aluminum is being turned into aluminum oxide on the surface of a component. Anodizing is done to raise the thickness of the natural oxide layer on the surface of metal parts. Since Type II anodizing is common, die casters can make a porous surface finish, which can accept […]
Read MoreThe Elements of Zinc Aluminum Alloys in Die Casting
The zinc aluminum alloys are denoted by the letters “ZA” and the numbers following the hyphen denote the nominal aluminum content on approximate. There are three main ZA alloys, namely ZA-8, ZA-12, and ZA-27. The ZA-8 alloy has nominal aluminum content of above 8.4 percent and copper content of 1 percent. ZA-8 alloys have the […]
Read MoreHow Cost Reduction Techniques are Used in Each Stages of Die Casting
Cost reduction is one of the key goals in the die casting process. Die casters employ numerous methods in each stage of the casting process in order to make it most cost effective without compromising on the quality of the component. Mostly, these methods are limited to specific aspects of the casting process and are […]
Read MoreA Brief Comparison between Die Casting and 3D Printing
Aluminum, magnesium, zinc, as well as brass, are the prominent raw materials used by modern-day foundries to die cast components. For additive printing, however, raw materials titanium, stainless steel, silver, gold, gypsum, bronze, brass, and so on, are used in general. Below is a comparison between 3D Printing and die casting, two of the most […]
Read MoreFactors that Influence the Choice of Colors in Anodizing of Alloys
Anodizing is a post treatment method in aluminum die casting and black hard anodizing will make an alloy somewhat corrosion free. Die casters offer post-treatment for original equipment manufacturers, but the end consumers may feel that any color can be mixed and matched whilst anodizing aluminum. However, that is not always true. Black hard anodizing […]
Read MoreA Brief Intro of Brass Die Casting
Brass die casting is a type of copper alloy die casting that has very good corrosion resistance and mechanical properties. However, owing to the need of high metal temperatures and short life of the die casting mold, this type of die casting is not widely used. Of all the alloys used in brass die casting, […]
Read MoreUsing Die Casting Simulation for Preventing Shrinkage Porosity
Mould filling is one of the most important stages of die casting and is done with utmost care due to the probability of several defects such as shrinkage porosity and air entrapment. The poured melt is used to compress the gas, which is discharged outside via a vent. Avoiding many of the defects such as […]
Read MoreImportance of Co-Design in Die Casting
Co-designing refers to a fundamental aspect of die casting that involves collaboration among the die caster and the client for creating a product based on the required technical characteristics. This will aid in delivering a product that fits in properly with the specific technical requirements offered by the client as well as make sure it […]
Read MoreDie Casting Surface Finish and Treatments Used in Automotive Components
Die casting process is preferred in the automotive industry due to the stringent requirement of aesthetic and functional properties in the design of a component. During the die cast process, the manufacturer applies certain techniques for shielding the component against any external agents. All of the components used in the automotive industry undergo such surface […]
Read MoreWhy you Should Choose Magnesium for your Die Casting Project
Most business who are in need of a lightweight die casting component, which has an incredible strength to weight ratio, chose magnesium over other components. This is because of the excellent die casting properties of Magnesium. In fact, most of the die casters use the magnesium alloy AZ91D when they are casting magnesium. AZ91D is […]
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