The manufacturing landscape employs diverse techniques to shape metals, balancing precision, strength, and efficiency. Casting methods like die casting (high-pressure injection into reusable molds) and sand casting (low-cost, expendable sand molds) cater to volume and size needs. Investment casting achieves intricate designs via wax patterns, while lost foam and centrifugal casting enhance efficiency and material integrity. Forging (die/drop) strengthens metals via compression, refining microstructure. Rolling (hot/cold) forms sheets/bars via rollers. Modern additive methods (SLM/SLS) enable complex geometries via laser-fused powders. Metal injection molding merges powder metallurgy with injection principles for small, precise parts. Stamping, drawing, and squeeze casting optimize sheet/semi-solid forming. Processes like continuous casting and roll forming streamline mass production, while grinding and machining (turning/milling) ensure precision. Innovations like metal deposition and die-cutting expand repair and shaping capabilities. Each technique addresses unique demands, driving advancements in aerospace, automotive, and industrial sectors.

When it comes to welding, two of the most popular methods are MIG (Metal Inert Gas) and TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas). Both techniques have their own strengths and are widely used in various industries. However, choosing between them can be a bit overwhelming, especially for beginners or those new to wel…

Introduction Low pressure die casting is a highly advanced metal forming process that has become indispensable in modern manufacturing. Unlike traditional gravity or high-pressure casting methods, low pressure die casting involves injecting molten metal into a mold under controlled, low-pressure con…

With fast economic growth, industries like cars, communication equipment, trains, and machinery are growing quickly. This has made die casting develop fast too. Now, die cast products are more varied and complex, and the need for automation is higher. For the die casting industry, the quality of cas…

As a die-casting engineer, I often get asked: “Will aluminum parts rust like old iron tools?” Simply put, no—aluminum doesn’t “rust” in the same way as iron. But that doesn’t mean it can’t corrode. In fact, aluminum corrodes even more easily than iron! However, when aluminum …

What is Aluminum Die Casting? Aluminum die casting is a metal manufacturing process where molten aluminum is injected under high pressure into a mold to form precise shapes—similar to plastic injection molding. However, it involves more complex systems, such as cores (for internal features), cooling…

HKX Team not only helps clients with aluminum die casting solutions, but also utilizes our unique supply chain to address various challenges in customized metal plate production. For manufacturing custom-shaped metal plates, HKX Team typically offers two processes: stamping and laser cutting. Howeve…

ADC12 (also called A383) is one of the most commonly used materials in die casting. It is a Japanese name for a recycled die-cast aluminum alloy. Known for its excellent casting performance, cost-effectiveness, and mechanical properties, ADC12 is widely used in the automotive industry and daily life…

Introduction This article covers die casting technology and its applications. You will learn about: What Is Die Casting? Die casting is a metal casting process. It works by melting metal and forcing it into a mold under high pressure and speed. The metal cools and hardens, then the mold opens, …

An aluminum alloy motor housing is shown in FIG. 1. The material is AlSi12(Fe), with a shrinkage rate of 0.55%. The external dimensions of the casting are 167 mm × 161 mm × 102 mm, the volume is 277 cm³, the mass is 748 g, and the heat treatment at (246 ± 16) °C is for 2.0 to 2.5 hours. The leakage …