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15.09.2023
Explained in a nutshell: What is High-pressure Diecasting

As a newcomer to the aluminium processing industry, you have many questions. We explain some of them briefly and concisely here, in our " Explained in a nutshell " series. Today: High-pressure Diecasting.

The mechanical High-pressure Diecasting process runs, simply explained, in 5 steps:
  1. The filling tin is slowly filled with aluminium.
  2. Then follows a fast-pouring phase, approx. 50 m/sec, in which the mould is filled.
  3. The aluminium solidifies under pressure.
  4. The mould is opened, and the casting is moulded out.
  5. Release agent is sprayed into the mould and the process starts again.

The High-pressure Diecasting process is ideal for:
  • rational, economical production
  • medium to large series
  • light and thin-walled castings
  • smooth surfaces
  • sharp contours
  • very dimensionally accurate

With the very elaborately constructed moulds made of alloyed warm-work steel, up to 100,000 castings can be made, depending on the requirements. After that, the mould has to be renewed.

We produce aluminium castings from 5 g to 3 kg using the High-pressure Diecasting process. Good to know: For complex or highly stressed parts, we cast using vacuum assistance.

Further questions? Contact us by e-mail or right away by phone. We will be pleased to be at your disposal.
 

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Aluminium Laufen AG Liesberg
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