About ten years ago, two men named “Brian” and “Ron” working for a machining company in Orange County, California contacted Kinetic Die Casting Company to quote a “Project” for a simple die casting tool to produce from 5,000 to 23,000 …
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Solving Problems of Porosity in Die Casting Parts
Solving Problems of Porosity in Die Casting Parts. Porosity in die casting parts is an important issue in metal-working. Porosity, in the science of materials, refers to the presence of gaps or bubbles inside a metal structure. High porosity tends to weaken the final product. Metal parts production companies are given certificates depending on strength, durability and reliability of their products. Hence, this defect must be minimized.
To fully understand this concept, one must be aware of the metal-shaping process behind it. Die casting is a method that uses high pressure to shape a molten metal. For example, zinc is heated on a furnace to reach its melting point. Then, it will be shot to fill the gap between two dies. That gap is the mold, which contains the shape and details of the final product. As the lump of zinc solidifies, pressure of up to 175 mega Pascal is exerted through the dies. If gases are accidentally mixed during this speedy process, they will result in porosity in die casting parts.
There are three levels of porosity in finished metal parts. The first two levels are acceptable, depending on the expected usage of the part. The third level means that the object is highly porous. There are large gas bubbles inside that will weaken the product against tension.
Most of the time, it is impossible to achieve a 100% pure metal piece if die casting is used. Porosity in die casting parts can be minimized by thoroughly cleaning the dies before operations. Pressures and temperatures must also be matched with the type of metal and intended purpose of the part.
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Can Brass Die Casting Lock Parts Make a Difference?
Can Brass Die Casting Lock Parts Make a Difference? Most people make a fuss over their security and they usually start to worry about the safety of their families in their homes. They put up security alarms that go off when there’s an intruder or put their dogs near their gates to bark at strangers who seem to wander near their property. Of course, aside from the alarms and the dogs, these people also put numerous locks on their doors and gates to keep themselves safe from people who might want to steal from them or hurt them. Most companies that sell locks have learned to improve their product’s style and functionality in order to keep their customers satisfied. Most of them are brass die casting lock parts to ensure their customers’ security.
Brass die casting lock parts is a good method of ensuring the safety of locks wherever they may be used. The latch, strike plate cover, and cylinder are made using the best type of brass alloy die cast so that the parts are uniformly shaped. Brass is a good alloy to use in die casting since it has excellent dimensional stability and it is resistant to corrosion. It also provides a decorative appeal that adds to its advantages in quality.
Door handles, knobs, and locks definitely look more regal when they are die cast in brass. Brass die casting locks make them look good especially when they are chrome, black chrome, or colored plating. When brass is buffed and polished well, it resembles a light gold appearance that most consumers find appealing. Many homes will be more secure and they will look more presentable with locks from companies that specialize in brass die casting lock parts.
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Processing Motor Vehicle Die Cast Parts
Processing Motor Vehicle Die Cast Parts. Many automotive parts companies are now using die casting. It is a metal-working procedure which is intended for large scale productions. Motor vehicle die cast parts are known for ease in production and performance against multi-directional stresses. These parts are used as stationary parts like the vehicle frame and engine fixtures. They are also intended for mechanical parts like gears, engines and chains.
Die casting and its variants always compress molten or semi-molten metals. Hence, pressure and temperature are always important factors. As for motor vehicle die cast parts, they are usually created through cold chamber die casting. The type of casting depends on the type of metal. Majority of metal products in the automotive industry utilize aluminum and magnesium. Cold chamber method is the one appropriate for such high-melting point metals.
The metal is melted in a separate furnace. As it is cooling down, it will be transported to the dies, which contain the target shape. Depending on the strength specifications and type of metal, pressures between 10 to 175 mPa will be maintained until the metal solidifies. This can produce a wide range of shapes from the simple to the intricate: rods, bars, billets, planes and fixtures. They require little or no post machining because die casting results in precise shapes and thickness.
Motor vehicle die cast parts include engine blocks and some gears, which are mostly made of aluminum and magnesium casts. The combination of these two metals is very tough, even when subjected to repeated load and high temperatures.
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Metal vs. Plastic: Die Castings Used for Audio Speakers
Metal vs. Plastic: Die Castings Used for Audio Speakers. Examine your sub-woofer speaker closely. Can you tell if it is made from aluminum or plastic? Aluminum die castings used for audio speakers are a popular application of die-casting as a machining procedure. These types of speakers are very similar with plastic-built ones, and they have several advantages too.
Many speaker brands use plastic as frames and fixtures of their speakers. They are shaped through soft molding, where molten plastic takes the shape of the mold. Plastic is desired because it is cheaper and easy to manufacture compared with metals. The market patronizes plastic-built speakers because they are light and easy to carry around.
However, there is a recent problem with plastics in terms of toxicity and recyclability. Hence, die castings used for audio speakers have become more popular. Aluminum is widely used for speaker frames and internal fixtures. Plastics need several treatments for them to be tough. They need plasticizers and conditioners. Aluminum, on the other hand, is already tough and durable by itself. Especially because it undergoes cold-chamber die casting, aluminum speaker parts exhibit low brittleness and good elasticity. It fights on par even with the best treated plastics. Aluminum is also very light.
Aluminum die castings used for audio speakers are made from high pressure molding. The molten aluminum is injected to a pair of dies. Then, pressures of 10 to 175 mega Pascal are applied until the shaped metal solidifies. The resulting product is stiff and non-toxic, and it is easily recyclable. Just disassemble it and it can be processed again.
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Exploring the Process of High Pressure Die Casting
Exploring the Process of High Pressure Die Casting. The process of high pressure die casting is one of the fastest and cost effective methods in shaping metal products. Many manufacturing companies in the fields of automotive, aircraft and electronics use die casting as the primary metal working procedure. It produces high quality products with strong yield and fine finish. It provides strength treatment which is far better than forging, extrusion or sand casting.
The procedure involves two dies: the cover die half and the ejector die half. Between them is the mold cavity. When the dies are fitted together, the plane of intersection is called the parting line. During metal working, molten metal is forced to the mold through an opening in the cover die. This is done with very high speeds, due to the high pressure of injection. These are called “shots.” While the metal is still in liquid form, extreme pressure is applied, compressing the dies. This will be maintained until the metal solidifies.
The process of high pressure die casting is further divided into two groups: cold chamber and hot chamber processes. Basically, both employ high pressure shooting and compression of the molten metal. However, hot processes can only be used on metals with lower melting point. These include copper. Cold processes are used on high melting point metals like aluminum and magnesium. Cold processes take a relatively longer time before the shot is compressed at the dies.
In both methods, the process of high pressure die casting is consistent in producing tough products. They are highly resistant to torsional and tensional stresses, making die casting popular in multiple industries.
To get a price for aluminum die casting parts or die casting tooling, call toll free 800-524-8083 and ask for sales. Or email us at sales@kineticdc.com for a fast response on a price quote.
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