die casting

• Die casting Process

  • Molten metal is forced into a mould (die) to cool and then set.

  
• Why use die casting?

  • It is extremely accurate.
  • It leave a very good surface finish.
  • Parts can be produced quickly and are all identical.
• Disadvantages of die casting

  • High initial cost to set up equipment and machinery.
  • A large number of products have to be being produced to make this process affordable.
• Uses

  • Hooks
  • Door handles
  • Sharpeners
  • Golf clubs
• Identifying die cast products

  • Complex designs
  • Ejector marks
  • High quality surface finish
  • Mould split lines