The differences between die casting and other processes

[megan2008]

Casting is a manufacturing process that pours a liquid material into a hollow mold until the material cools into a solidified shape.A mold is formed into the geometric shape of a desired part. Molten metal is then poured into the mold, the mold holds this material in shape as it solidifies. A metal casting is created.Although this seems rather simple, the manufacturing process of metal casting is both a science and an art.

Die casting is one of the metal forming and processing methods that are widely used in modern industries.It adapts to the development of modern manufacturing with complex,precision,lightweight,and energy-saving requirements,therefore,die casting is widely used in many fields.As we all know,there are other processes in the casting,and the differences between die casting and other processes are as follows:

Die casting vs. plastic molding - Die casting produces stronger parts with closer tolerances that have greater stability and durability. Die cast parts have greater resistance to temperature extremes and superior electrical properties.

Die casting vs. sand casting - Die casting produces parts with thinner walls, closer dimensional limits and smoother surfaces. Production is faster and labor costs per casting are lower. Finishing costs are also less.

Die casting vs. permanent mold - Die casting offers the same advantages versus permanent molding as it does compared with sand casting.

Die casting vs. forging - Die casting produces more complex shapes with closer tolerances, thinner walls and lower finishing costs. Cast coring holes are not available with forging.

Die casting vs. stamping - Die casting produces complex shapes with variations possible in section thickness. One casting may replace several stampings, resulting in reduced assembly time.

Die casting vs. screw machine products - Die casting produces shapes that are difficult or impossible from bar or tubular stock, while maintaining tolerances without tooling adjustments. Die casting requires fewer operations and reduces waste and scrap.

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