Low Pressure Die forging

Aluminum is a popular pressure die casting alloy due to its inherent properties such as: being lightweight, offering dimensional stability, resisting corrosion, providing electrical conductivity, and withstanding high temperatures. Aluminum alloys are widely used in automotive, aerospace, and consumer electronics for parts like: engine components, frames, and housings. It exhibits excellent flow characteristics under high pressure when melted, yet necessitates a cold chamber system to yield high-quality castings.

Zinc alloys offer high strength, good ductility, and a lower melting point compared to aluminum. It is suitable for intricate shapes and thin walls in applications like: automotive components, complex gears, and decorative items. This material is compatible with both hot and cold chamber die casting systems.

Magnesium is the lightest structural metal, providing parts with the lowest weight. Magnesium also has high machinability and, due to its lower melting point, is suitable for hot chamber die casting. It is used in applications requiring high strength-to-weight ratios, such as automotive and aerospace components.

Due to its tendency to crack, shrink, and develop porosity, pure copper is rarely used in die casting. Copper-based alloys such as: brass, bronze, and beryllium copper are more commonly employed in the die casting processes. These alloys are used for their excellent electrical conductivity, heat resistance, and corrosion resistance, suitable for electrical components, heat sinks, and other applications in which these properties are desired.