Complete guides about zinc alloy die castingPosted by thediecasting on October 11th, 2019 Zinc is used to coat steel and protect it from corrosion by galvanizing processes, such as bronze, brass, aluminium and zinc-based alloys (Zamac), with architectural and chemical applications. Zamac is an alloy where the main component or base is Zinc (Zn) with alloys in much lower proportion of Aluminum (Al), Copper (Cu) and Magnesium (Mg). Zinc alloy die casting is used in die casting processes and centrifugal cast iron, used in the manufacture of numerous products. Thanks to its excellent moldability that allows the production of complex and small parts such as earrings, buttons, buckles, zippers, sealers for the textile sector among others. Characteristics of zinc alloys:
The high strength and hardness of zinc lends it to many solutions and is the ideal alternative to machined, pressed, stamped and component manufactured components. Zinc Applications:
The strength of aluminium, corrosion resistance, and heat dissipating properties offer important advantages to mechanical designers. Patented thin-wall aluminium technology has made injected aluminium cast iron an option for more applications. Aluminium applications:
Advantages of Zinc die-casting Zinc has the ability to create lighter parts with more surface finish options than other die cast alloys. Zinc can also withstand the highest operating temperatures of all die-cast alloys. In addition, cast Zinc is versatile, corrosion resistant; It retains high dimensional stability with thin walls and can be used in almost any industry. Zinc casting is the ideal production method for high volume parts. Especially, the pieces are driven by the price targets of the rock bottom. In addition, typical molds and tools will last between 60,000 and 100,000 shots. These two reasons alone show why zinc smelting is the ideal choice for buyers of zinc components worldwide. Like it? Share it!More by this author |