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March 29, 2009

A Glimpse into the Aluminum Casting Process

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A Glimpse into the Aluminum Casting Process. The aluminum die casting process is employed by many industrial companies for the production of engineered metal parts. The process basically uses force unto molten metal which is exposed under very high pressure so that reusable steel molds can be made. The metalworking industry refers to these molds as dies, and dies can be made using different kinds of metal, including aluminum.

The casting process has been around for many centuries now, but the aluminum casting process only gained the huge popularity it enjoys these days more recently. Now, the process is one of the most preferred ones around the world. In the past decade alone, the demand for die cast parts made from aluminum has risen so significantly, causing die casting companies to use aluminum as their main material. The use of aluminum presents a variety of advantages or benefits, making this particular metal a most profitable choice as far as the metalworking industry is concerned.

For one, the aluminum casting process has the ability to produce more versatile products. That is, aluminum cast parts are known all over the world to be adaptable and incredibly multi-purpose. They are characterized by measurement-precise dimensions, mold fit, and net shapes. They can be used in a number of metalworking businesses, such as for those dealing in automobile parts, kitchen appliances, furniture fixes, and many more. What’s more, the process is more economical compared with other casting processes that make use of other metals, owing to the fact that pre and post-production costs can be lessened without affecting the quality of the aluminum part castings.

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Aluminum Casting Parts

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Aluminum Casting Parts. Die casting is commonly used in the production of engineering metal parts. Die casting involves the process of forcing molten metal under pressure to create reusable steel mold or die. Die casting process can be used in both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, but are more commonly used in non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, copper, lead, magnesium, tin based alloys and zinc. As compared to sand molding, die casting is produced quicker and more economically in automatic machines, and multiple production of similar parts can be cast in just one operation by using multiple dies. Die casting is preferable in the production of tools which require more refined and more detailed process.

Aluminum die casting is a process which involves the placing of melted aluminum metal under pressure and forcing it into a steel mold or die. Aluminum die casts are lightweight alloy which has one-third of the steel’s density, and stiffness. Its light weight makes it useful in the manufacture of tools which place importance to mobility and energy conservation. Aluminum cast parts are commonly used in the construction of aircraft, railroad cars and automobiles. Due to its great resistance to corrosion and high-heat conductivity, Aluminum cast parts are frequently used as well in the manufacture of hardware and tools. Aluminum cast parts are characterized by high thermal, electrical conductivity and strength at high temperatures. These characteristics of Aluminum cast parts made it widely used in the manufacture of cooking utensils and pistons of internal-combustion engines. Aluminum wire is thicker yet lighter than a copper wire, this makes it preferable in long-distance, high-voltage power transmission.

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March 25, 2009

Aluminum Cast Parts Products

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Aluminum Cast Parts Products –
Aluminum cast parts are commonly used in the manufacturing and constructing fields today. This is due to aluminum’s more suitable characteristics in terms of weight, malleability, conductivity, and strength in high temperature. For instance, Aluminum cast parts are preferable in the production and use of wire for long-distance and high-voltage power transmission. This is due to aluminum’s lighter weight and high electrical conductivity. They are also used in heat sinks for electronic appliances such as transistors and CPUs. Super purity aluminum is utilized in electronics and CDs. In terms of the manufacture of vehicles such as automobiles, air craft, rockets, trucks, marine vessels, bicycles, and rail road cars, aluminum cast parts are still preferable because of its high strength-to-weight ratio. Due to aluminum’s durability and resistance to corrosion, it is widely used in the production of watch.

Aluminum is a non-ferrous metal that is soft, durable, and lightweight. It is nonmagnetic, nonsparking and insoluble in alcohol. Products that use aluminum die casting parts are aluminum diecast military aircraft parts, armor plate for tanks, personnel carriers, and other military vehicles, aluminum enclosures and housings, chocolate fountains, aluminum lighting fixture parts, roofing tile molds, golf ball heater, guitar amplifier chassis, guitar amplifier parts, aluminum handle hardware, aluminum automotive parts, aluminum lighting parts, aluminum heat sinks, blades for prop swords and knives, electrical transmission lines, cooking utensils and others. Aluminum is being utilized as well in water treatment and treatment against fish parasites, paint, pyrotechnics such as solid rocket fuels and thermite, and apple MacBooks.

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North Hollywood, CA. 91605
818-982-9386 Phone * Sales@Cast-Parts.com.

March 22, 2009

Better die casting molds

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Better die casting tooling from new materials could benefit auto manufacturers. The dies or the die casting molds are expensive parts since these are made from hardened steel. Another reason that contributes to the parts high-price range is the kind of production that is involved in making these die casting tooling molds. The cycle time that is used in building these products is long too. And finally, an important reason why these items are expensive is that the stronger and the harder metals like iron and steel cannot be die-cast. For this reason, these products are highly expensive in the market and this is true for one sector like the automotive industry.

For example, in the auto industry, the traditional die-casting molds that are made from hardened steel and those that are used in making the engine blocks and other auto parts and accessories can reach $500,000 or more. The equipment is pricey and it takes time to build. And this is one issue in the industry that has made some lives of the manufacturers a bit harder. But there is a new breed of materials that is now available in the market that can be used to address this issue. These new batch of materials are materials that can withstand the heat and at the same time not compromising its durability.

According to one researcher, these materials are called the functionally gradient materials. These materials have the capability to shift from one material to the next. And if the future die casting tooling molds are to be created using these materials then the usual cracking expected on the die casting molds can be removed. Plus products like auto parts and accessories made from the molds will have a longer lifespan.

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March 21, 2009

Aluminum Die Casting Parts in Construction

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Aluminum die Casting Parts in Construction. Due to the intrinsic characteristics metal alloy parts, aluminum cast parts are widely used up in the construction, ranging from the building’s roof to its walls. Aluminum is known to be malleable, ductile, light-weight, corrosion-resistant, tarnish-resistant, and a conductor of electricity. Aluminum is also a good reflector of visible light, and of medium and far infrared. With all these features of aluminum, the demand for this metal die casting alloy is widespread, ranging from household use to automotive, to engineering, architecture and construction.

Because of its ductility, aluminum cast parts can be shaped up into various forms. Aluminum can be used in building walls, and the use of aluminum would require fewer joints, thus lessening the work needed for the installation. As a light-weight metal, aluminum cast parts are convenient to be used for building structures. This makes it easier for the building to carry its weight rather than being compacted with heavy structures that could even result to the collapsing of the building. Aluminum is even found to be used in the manufacture of glass, ceramic, paints, and varnishes – providing almost everything that is needed in the construction of a brand new building. Aluminum also has a high degree of radiant reflectivity, which means that it has the ability to deflect the sun’s rays; thus, lessening the heat seeping inside the building. Die Casting Tooling.

Aluminum cast parts are recyclable too. This even makes it more desirable to be used. It does not only warrant the cheaper and safer construction of building, what is more is that at the end of the building’s life, its worth does not fall down to zero. The aluminum materials that have been used could still be recycled back to its previous state.

Cast Parts Company
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North Hollywood, CA. 91605
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