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Uses of Die Casting for: Handheld Products
Uses of Die Casting for: Handheld Products. The process of die casting is the process that involves molten metal and high pressure to produce metal parts with detailed designs and structures. The shapes are created by putting the metal alloys into molds (called dies) and then applying a high degree of pressure unto them. Die castings are amid the most widely produced items made by the metal work industry.
Greatest of the things we see and use are made up of die cast materials. To give you an idea just how countless industries purchase die castings, here are some of the applications:
Boxes out of Aluminum
Aluminum boxes are created for many reasons, and it usually hinge on the type of business making the order. These parts are electrically conductive and can be made with mounting holes on its four corners. They work well with heat sink parts as they are accountable for removing the heat from the components. They can also be powder-coated and they usually do not require welding. Aluminum housings or enclosures are commonly used in automobile and truck engine compartments, computer disk drives, and electrical junction boxes.
Aluminum Handle Hardware
Common home tools and equipment is aluminum handle hardware. They are used in things like door handles and cabinet handles, and they are also much stronger and more durable than welded materials. Aluminum is the favored choice for handles because it is lightweight.
Golf Products
Die cast golf products also make use of die cast materials in the form of golf ball heaters. Studies display that when golf balls are heated at 105?F to 115?F, optimum driving distances will be achieved compared to golf balls that have temperatures that are lower or higher than this prescribed range. The named, called the Hot Biscuits, has been tested in the field a number of times and it has given out consistent results.
Tile Molds made for Roofing
Several roof styles for homes are available in the market, and the aluminum roof tile molds are the ones used by various roof companies to create concrete tiles for roofs. The roof tile plates are usually made from aluminum and steel. Some people desire the aluminum roof tiles not only because they weigh much less but they are also more affordable than steel plates. Roof tile styles are called by various names: mission roof tiles, villa roof tiles, Roman roof tiles, flat roof tiles, barrel roof tiles, etc.
More Die Casting Products
Apart from small home materials, die castings are also used in weighty equipment and special machinery. Other industries that rely on die casting services include the aircraft industries, the aerospace industries, and even the U.S. Military. These institutions need die cast materials to confirm the safety of their equipment’s users will not be compromised.
Kinetic Die Casting Company
Those who are looking for dependable die casting companies in the U.S. may request for a quote from Kinetic Die Casting Company. Founded in Los Angeles, California, they have been in the industry since 1994 and as of today, they have already aided several automobile, aircraft, and electronics companies. Many have commended about their fast and steadfast service, and they make sure that the quality of their materials is top-notch. They are a member of the National Tooling and Machining Association as well as the North American Diecasting Association.
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Why Most People Use Aluminum Die Castings
Why Most People Use Aluminum Die Castings. One of the most beloved metals used in the die casting process is aluminum. Aluminum is utilized by various companies around the globe because of its renowned strength and outstanding properties. Aluminum has the ability to withstand various types of stress based on its cooling process or through brittle temperature ranges. Aluminum also has the ability to flow readily to the die and fill each thin section perfectly. Most of the time, this is important in die casting since if the sections are filled perfectly, it will prevent any imperfections with byproduct. Molten aluminum has the ability to stick to die surfaces. It has a rating based on nominal compositions or iron, which is around 1%. Aluminum also passes the standard slat spray test.
Another reason why people used aluminum die castings is that aluminum die castings can connect with any electroplate. Approximately 95% of the standard aluminum die castings created today are made of 380 Aluminum. Some of the die casting alloys used today should also include aluminum. For instance, specific die casting alloys like ZAMAK, or zinc aluminum has an aluminum additive. The AA or Aluminum Association standards or regulates the die castings used today. The most standard types include AA 384, AA 380, AZ 91D and AA 390. The maximum weight limit for the production of aluminum die casting and with other types of metals such as zinc or magnesium castings is approximately 32 kg or 70 pounds. Of course, special weight limits also include including 4.5 kgs or 10 lbs, 20 kg or 44 lbs and 34 kg or 75 lbs respectively. The metals used in the mix define the thickness and the minimum draft required for die casting as allowed by the Aluminum Association.
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Classification of Porosity in Die Castings
Classification of Porosity in Die Castings. Porosity in casting aluminum alloys directly affects the reliability and quality of products which incorporating die cast metals into their design. Die Casting Manufacturing companies rely on advanced technologies and methodologies to minimize porosity so as to avoid additional overhead.
The types of porosity in die castings vary in terms of their characteristics. The three basic classifications however are continuous, blind and totally enclosed, which are manifested in four general types namely micro, micro/macro, funnel and macro.
Continuous Porosity
The first instance of continuous porosity in metal castings is the presence of leak path from a particular enclosed section towards another. The Micro Manifestation shows a slow single-point leak.
The second instance of continuous porosity is the presence of collective defects which are interconnected in many areas. The Micro/Macro Manifestation of such characteristic is multiple leak points at a slow rate.
The third instance of continuous porosity is the presence of externally visible defects with micro-sectional defects. The Funnel Manifestation is a slow single-point leak.
The fourth instance of continuous porosity is the gross visible defects in the surface of metal castings, shows extreme leaking in the Macro level.
Blind Porosity
The first circumstance is the absence of visible defects on the surface of die cast metals while micro manifestation displays a weeping of contaminants towards the surface. A wet or darkened region is also visible. On the other hand, the said casting holds pressure.
The second circumstance is the absence of visible imperfections on the surface. There are however darkened parts of the casting surface. The Micro/Macro Manifestations include gushing of machining fluid towards the surface. The castings on this instance still hold pressure.
The third circumstance is the visible die cast porosity and pitting on the surface. The Funnel Manifestation includes discoloration of the surface and weeping of machining liquids.
The fourth circumstance of blind porosity is the display of visible porosity holes on the surface of the metals and the roughness of the said surface. The Macro Manifestation includes surface discoloration and the presence of contaminants.
Totally Enclosed Porosity
Defects and impurities are not visible on the surface which is often caused by material shrinkage or gas accumulation. Shrink porosity is characterized by irregular shape and rough surface. Gas porosity is displays a smooth and regular shaped castings.
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Alcastco Die Casting Company
Alcastco Die Casting Company was established and has been at its current location since 1995. Alcastco was the former Kwick Cast Die Casting Company, and they located at 9180 San Fernando Road in Sun Valley California, just two miles away from us, Kinetic Die Casting Company. Many of the Alcastco Diecasting employees stayed with the company when it transferred from Kwickcast to Alcastco almost 20 years ago.
Alcastco primarily produces outdoor light products, their two largest customers are competitors in the outdoor lighting field: Kim Lighting Company and Sun Valley Lighting Company.
Alcastco produces parts in aluminum, brass and zinc. Brass (#1) and aluminum (#2) being the most of their business and then zinc (#3). They die cast zinc using cold chamber die casting machines.
Alcastco was known throughout Southern California as one of the two cheapest or least expensive if you prefer, die casting companies around. But, it looks like the ownership of Alcastco ran out of money, just conjecture on my part. Yesterday, I learned from the management of Alcastco that they will be closing their doors by the end of May or June 2013.
It is sad to me that another Southern California Manufacturing company is closing. I will personally miss Alcastco Die Casting Company and their competitive fighting spirit.
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Bob Thomas
Kinetic Die Casting Company
6918 Beck Avenue
North Hollywood, California 91605
818-982-9200
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