Tag Archives: Die casting

Fig. 1: Solidification simulation with Flow 3D software

THE EFFECT OF SQUEEZE PIN DIMENSION AND OPERATIONAL PARAMETERS ON MATERIAL HOMOGENITY OF ALUMINIUM HIGH PRESSURE DIE CAST PARTS

Mastering Material Homogeneity: How Squeeze Pin Technology Eliminates Shrinkage Porosity in HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “THE EFFECT OF SQUEEZE PIN DIMENSION AND OPERATIONAL PARAMETERS ON MATERIAL HOMOGENITY OF ALUMINIUM HIGH PRESSURE DIE CAST PARTS” by Ferencz PETI and Gabriela STRNAD, published in Acta Marisiensis. Seria Technologica (2019). It has

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Fig. 1 Schematic drawing of fluidity test die for die casting; (a) Serpentine type, (b) Step type

Influence of Silicon, Superheat and Injection Speed on the Fluidity of HPDC Al-Si Alloys

Mastering HPDC Fluidity: How Silicon, Superheat, and Speed Impact Your Al-Si Alloy Castings This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Influence of Silicon, Superheat and Injection Speed on the Fluidity of HPDC Al-Si Alloys” by Young-Chan Kim¹, Se-Weon Choi¹, Jae-Ik Cho¹, Cheol-Woo Kim¹, Chang-Seog Kang¹ and Sung-Kil Hong², published in Proceedings of the

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Figure 2: Reconstructed X-ray computer tomography (CT) for classification of shrinkage pores

Detection and influence of shrinkage pores and non-metallic inclusions on fatigue life of cast aluminum alloys

Beyond Pore Volume: A New Model to Predict Fatigue Life in Cast Aluminum This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Detection and influence of shrinkage pores and non-metallic inclusions on fatigue life of cast aluminum alloys” by Yakub Tijani, Andre Heinrietz, Wolfram Stets, and Patrick Voigt, published in Metallurgical and Materials Transactions (2013).

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APPLICATION AND ADVANTAGES OF CASTING PROCESS

APPLICATION AND ADVANTAGES OF CASTING PROCESS

Unlocking Design Freedom: A Technical Review of Casting Process Advantages for Modern Manufacturing This technical summary is based on the academic paper “APPLICATION AND ADVANTAGES OF CASTING PROCESS” by Dr. Ranganatha Sudhakar, published in ACADEMICIA: An International Multidisciplinary Research Journal (2022). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by CASTMAN. Keywords Executive Summary

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Fig. 6. SEM micrographs of fracture surface of HPDC AME505 alloy (after impact test)

Impact Strength of AE-type Alloys High Pressure Die Castings

Unlocking Higher Impact Strength in HPDC: The Critical Role of RE/Al Ratio in AE-Type Magnesium Alloys This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Impact Strength of AE-type Alloys High Pressure Die Castings” by K. Braszczyńska-Malik and M.A. Malik, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2020). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Figure 2. Plasma projecting with the robot

A Breakthrough in Aluminum Performance: New HVOAF Coating Doubles Hardness and Slashes Wear Rates

Study of a New Novel HVOAF Coating Based on a New Multicomponent Al80Mg10Si5Cu5 Alloy This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Study of a New Novel HVOAF Coating Based on a New Multicomponent Al80Mg10Si5Cu5 Alloy” by Ester Villanueva, Iban Vicario, Carlos Vaquero, Joseba Albizuri, Maria Teresa Guraya, Nerea Burgos, and Iñaki Hurtado, published

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Fig. 1. Shrinkage porosity- microstructural image according to [4]

Analysis and Evaluation of Effect of Manganese Content on Properties of EN AC 46000 Aluminum Alloy

The Manganese Solution: How a Small Alloy Addition Transforms EN AC 46000 HPDC Properties This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Analysis and Evaluation of Effect of Manganese Content on Properties of EN AC 46000 Aluminum Alloy” by Martyna Pasternak, Marcin Brzeziński, and Gabriela Piwowarczyk, published in the Journal of Casting & Materials

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Figure 9. Results of blister test, none of the casting had an air trap.

Mechanical Properties of a Structural Component Processed in High-Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) with a Non-Heat-Treated Aluminum Alloy

Ditch the Furnace: Achieving High-Performance HPDC Components with Non-Heat-Treated Aluminum Alloy This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Mechanical Properties of a Structural Component Processed in High-Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) with a Non-Heat-Treated Aluminum Alloy” by David Servando Cantú-Fernández, José Jaime Taha-Tijerina, Alejandro González, Pablo Guajardo Hernández, and Brian Quinn, published in Metals

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Figure 2: Scanning electron micrographs of oxidation samples after immersion for: a) 0.5 h, b) 1 h, c) 2 h; scanning electron micrographs of nitriding samples after immersion for d) 0.5 h, e) 1 h, f) 2 h

EROSION OF MOLD-STEEL SURFACE OXIDATION AND NITRIDING LAYERS DUE TO A DIE-CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOY

Paper Title Boosting Mold Life: Why Oxidation Outperforms Nitriding for H11 Die Steel Surface Treatment This technical summary is based on the academic paper “EROSION OF MOLD-STEEL SURFACE OXIDATION AND NITRIDING LAYERS DUE TO A DIE-CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOY” by Han-xue Cao, Yun-hao Liu, Chao Shen, Hao-xing Tang, Yan-yan Huang, and Jia-le Lei, published in Materiali

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Fig. 1. Mechanical properties of AlMg10 alloy in molten state according to the casting method

Influence of the conditions of casting and heat treatment on the structure and mechanical properties of the AlMg10 alloy

Unlocking Peak Performance in AlMg10 Alloy: How Casting and Heat Treatment Maximize Mechanical Properties This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Influence of the conditions of casting and heat treatment on the structure and mechanical properties of the AlMg10 alloy” by P. Kordas, published in Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering

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