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Aluminum Die Casting Process

The Aluminum Die Casting process includes material confirmation, mold making, rapid prototyping, and surface treatments to ensure high-quality and durable parts.

Raw Material Confirmation

Ensure the quality and suitability of aluminum alloys for the die casting process by thorough inspection and testing.

Mold Making

Create precise molds using advanced techniques to shape aluminum parts accurately, ensuring dimensional stability and consistency.

Rapid Prototyping

Produce initial prototypes quickly to validate design and functionality, allowing for adjustments before full-scale production.

Surface Treatment

Apply treatments such as polishing, painting, or anodizing to enhance the aesthetics, durability, and corrosion resistance of the final aluminum parts.

Aluminum Die Casting process

6 Die Casting Methods

Explore six aluminum die casting methods, each offering unique benefits and precision ranges for diverse applications.
Aluminum High Pressure Die Casting

Aluminum High Pressure Die Casting

High pressure forces molten aluminum into a steel mold, producing precise, complex shapes. This method offers excellent dimensional accuracy, typically ranging from ±0.076 mm to ±0.178 mm, ideal for high-volume production of intricate aluminum components.

Aluminum Low Pressure Die Casting

Aluminum Low Pressure Die Casting

Molten aluminum is gently pushed into the mold using low pressure. This process ensures high-quality aluminum parts with dimensional accuracy ranging from ±0.10 mm to ±0.25 mm, making it suitable for structural components requiring consistency.

Aluminum Gravity Die Casting

Aluminum Gravity Die Casting

Utilizes gravity to fill molds with molten aluminum, producing strong, durable parts. Dimensional accuracy ranges from ±0.15 mm to ±0.25 mm, suitable for medium-volume production where mechanical strength and stability are critical.

Aluminum Vacuum Die Casting

This method employs a vacuum to draw molten aluminum into the mold, reducing gas porosity and improving part quality. Dimensional accuracy ranges from ±0.05 mm to ±0.13 mm, ideal for high-integrity components requiring precise tolerances.

Aluminum Squeeze Casting

Aluminum Squeeze Casting

Combines casting and forging, where molten aluminum is solidified under pressure within the mold. This process achieves high-density parts with dimensional accuracy from ±0.075 mm to ±0.125 mm, suitable for critical, high-strength applications.

Aluminum Semi-Solid Die Casting

Aluminum Semi-Solid Die Casting

Involves injecting semi-solid aluminum into a die, offering enhanced precision and reduced porosity. Dimensional accuracy typically ranges from ±0.04 mm to ±0.10 mm, making it ideal for complex shapes with stringent tolerance requirements.

Aluminum Alloys Model

The aluminum alloys model section covers various alloys, their compositions, melting points, and applications, including A380, A356, ADC12 (A383), A360, A390, and A413.
A380 Aluminum Alloys for Die Casting

A380

A356 Aluminum Alloys for Die Casting

A356

ADC12 Aluminum Alloys for Die Casting

ADC12 (A383)

A360 Aluminum Alloys for Die Casting

A360

A390 Aluminum Alloys for Die Casting

A390

A413 Aluminum Alloys for Die Casting

A413

Surface Treatment

Our aluminum die castings come with various surface treatments, each designed to enhance corrosion resistance, durability, aesthetics, or conductivity.
Anodizing Aluminum Die Casting

Anodizing

Forms a durable, corrosion-resistant oxide layer on aluminum, enhancing surface hardness and allowing for color dyeing to improve aesthetics and durability.

Hard Anodizing Aluminum Die Casting

Hard Anodizing

Similar to anodizing, it creates a thicker, harder oxide layer, providing superior wear and abrasion resistance for high-stress applications.

Painting Surface Treatment for Aluminum Die Casting

Painting

Involves applying liquid or powder coatings to aluminum surfaces, enhancing aesthetics and providing protection against corrosion with various color and finish options.

Chromate Conversion Coating for Aluminum Die Casting

Chromate Conversion Coating

Creates a protective, corrosion-resistant layer on aluminum, improving paint adhesion and providing a conductive surface for electrical applications.

Electro-polishing for Aluminum Die Casting

Electro-polishing

Smoothens and brightens aluminum surfaces by removing a thin layer of material, enhancing appearance and resistance to corrosion and wear.

Passivation Surface Treatment for Aluminum Die Casting

Passivation

Removes surface contaminants and forms a protective oxide layer on aluminum, increasing corrosion resistance without significantly altering its appearance.

Powder Coating Surface Treatment for Aluminum Die Casting

Powder Coating

Applies dry powder to aluminum, cures under heat, forming a durable, protective layer with corrosion resistance, enhancing aesthetics with various colors and finishes.

Sand Blasting Surface Treatment for Aluminum Die Casting

Sand Blasting

Propels abrasive materials at high velocity onto aluminum, removing contaminants and coatings. Cleans, prepares surface, enhances roughness and adhesion, creating a uniform matte finish.

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Popular Questions

What is the typical dimensional accuracy of aluminum precision die castings?
The typical dimensional accuracy for aluminum precision die castings is ±0.1% of the nominal dimension, with a minimum of ±0.004 inches (±0.1 mm). Hole dimensions can be accurate to ±0.002 inches (±0.05 mm) for diameters up to 1 inch (25.4 mm).
In comparison to sand casting or investment casting, aluminum pressure die casting provides greater precision, quicker production speeds, superior surface finishes, and the capability to create more intricate and thin-walled components.
A356 aluminum is recognized for its superior mechanical properties and corrosion resistance, which makes it ideal for high-strength applications. A380 aluminum offers a good balance of strength, thermal conductivity, and fluidity, ideal for complex and dimensionally stable parts.
Current trends include the increasing use of lightweight aluminum alloys in the automotive and aerospace sectors, advancements in die casting technology for better precision and efficiency, and a focus on sustainability and recycling.
Quality control measures include detailed inspections, dimensional accuracy checks (CMM inspections), surface finish evaluations (visual and tactile inspections), and mechanical property testing (tensile strength, hardness, and impact tests) to ensure the final parts meet all specifications and standards.
Lead times can change based on the part’s complexity, the design of the mold, and the volume of production. Lead times often vary from a few weeks to many months, depending on the particular needs of the project.

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