Die casting is widely used to produce precision components for automotive parts, electronics housings, industrial machinery, aerospace components, consumer appliances, and medical equipment.
What Types of Machines Does HKX Have?
HKX uses different machines in die casting processing. These are classified into:
2500T Die-casting machine,
800TDie-casting machine,
500TDie-casting machine,
280TDie-casting machine,
100t mold closing machine,
CNC lathe,
Four axis machining center
What are the Die Casting Materials HKX Uses for Manufacturing?
The following are some of the most common metals used for high-quality die casting production:
Aluminum
Zinc
Magnesium
Copper
Brass
Lead & Tin
HKX also works with custom alloy formulations to meet specific project requirements. Our die casting facility is equipped to handle these materials for various industries including automotive, electronics, consumer goods and industrial equipment manufacturing.
What are the Different HKX Techniques for Die Casting Processing?
HKX uses various techniques in die casting processing. These are classified into mold design, melting & injection, ejection, and finishing.
Mold Design
Mold design is a crucial step in die casting, where high-precision steel molds (dies) are created to shape molten metal.
HKX utilizes advanced engineering and simulation software to ensure optimal mold design for accuracy, efficiency, and durability.
Key mold design considerations include:
Two-Part Mold (Die) – Consists of a fixed (cover) and movable (ejector) half.
Slides & Cores – Used for complex geometries.
Cooling Channels – Ensures rapid solidification.
Melting & Injection
This process involves melting metal alloys and injecting them into the mold under high pressure.
HKX employs advanced furnaces and injection systems to ensure precise temperature control and fast cycle times.
Different injection methods include:
Cold Chamber Die Casting – Ideal for high-melting-point metals like aluminum.
Hot Chamber Die Casting – Best for low-melting-point metals like zinc.
High-Pressure Injection – Ensures fine detail and smooth surfaces.
Ejection
After solidification, the finished part is ejected from the mold.
HKX uses automated ejection systems to minimize damage and maintain consistency.
Ejection techniques include:
Ejector Pins – Push the part out smoothly.
Robotic Extraction – For precision handling.
Lubrication Systems – Prevent sticking and wear.
Finishing
Finishing enhances the final product’s appearance, durability, and functionality.
HKX applies various finishing techniques to improve corrosion resistance, strength, and surface quality.
Common finishing methods include:
Trimming & Deburring – Removes excess material.
Surface Treatment – Polishing, sandblasting, or coating.
Heat Treatment – Improves mechanical properties.
Painting or Plating – For aesthetics and protection.
By using these advanced techniques, HKX ensures high-quality, precision-engineered die-cast components for various industries.
What is HKX die Casting Process?
Die casting is a manufacturing process that produces metal parts by forcing molten metal under high pressure into a mold cavity.
Furthermore, the process of die casting is highly precise and requires advanced expertise.
HKX begins the process by melting metal alloys and injecting them into a steel mold (die), where they solidify into the desired shape, resulting in strong, high-quality, and dimensionally accurate components.
