The basic die casting process involves injecting molten metal under high pressure into a steel mold called a mold. The complete die-casting cycle can range from less than a few seconds for small parts to 2-3 minutes for casting over 30 pounds, which... moreThe basic die casting process involves injecting molten metal under high pressure into a steel mold called a mold. The complete die-casting cycle can range from less than a few seconds for small parts to 2-3 minutes for casting over 30 pounds, which makes die-casting the fastest technology that can be used to produce precision non-ferrous metal parts. The following process is generally used to create a custom die casting application.
Clamping
The first step in the die casting process involves preparing and clamping the two mold halves. After cleaning and preparation, lubricate the two clean halves to prevent sticking, then close them and clamp them firmly together. At this stage, force must be applied to the mold when injecting metal to keep it firm.
injection
Once transferred from the hot or cold room machine, the molten metal is injected into the mold through a high pressure process. These pressures can range from 1,000 to 20,000 psi. The total injection time required for the project will depend... less
