General Application of Aluminum Die Casting

Die Casting is a proven old method of manufacturing with roots in thousands of B.C. but the modern form of casting traces its roots to the mid-19^th century. Development of quicker mobility vehicles and die casting were in lockstep with use of Aluminum as a primary alloy coming in later. Aluminum die casting parts since have become the dominant manufactured die casted parts.

While zinc and other alloy casting is also used depending on the properties required by a particular machine where there are to be installed. There is are clear reasons why Aluminum Die casting is preferred for most applications. They are light, with great dimensional stability, highly conductive of heat and electricity and extremely resistive to corrosion. Finding all of these qualities in one is why application of Aluminum die casting is so vast.

Application of Aluminum Die Casting

There are number of appliances in your home, office, transportation, and surrounding that uses, in some degree, aluminum die casting parts. But depending on their market share and dominance in certain sectors, here is are few applications of Aluminum Die Casting;

Vehicles
One of the biggest industries that uses aluminum die casting parts in abundance is the vehicle manufacturing industry. From the earliest days the need for vehicles to be light and efficient has been clear. Fuel utilization, longevity of vehicle, repairability, and more recently emission, all correspond in some way with weight. While carbon fiber is coming more and more into the mainstream manufacturing, aluminum die casting is still the preferred method of creating parts for engines, axels and other connective elements. With the number of vehicles manufactured per year, it is clear to see why vehicle manufacturing industry is one of the biggest consumers of aluminum die casting parts.
Construction
The world of construction is a vast one and with integration of modern technologies, the home itself is becoming smarter. Before aluminum die casting was used for manufacturing of window frames, building frames and some light fixtures. But more and more the application of aluminum die casting parts has increased in construction. The electrical conductivity and heat flow is a primary reason why aluminum is a go-to favorite material in construction environment.
Electronics
Before Steve Jobs walked on to the stage in 2008 and announced the first iPhone, the design, look and feel of a mobile phone was similar. They weigh little and were made out of cheap plastic, while some manufacturers were experimenting with other materials, including apple’s iPod, the general consensus was the same, plastic phones. But with the turn of the decade came a course correction, as phones became modern computers with needs for extreme processing and calculations, they started getting hot. The solution was simple, aluminum case and aluminum parts which acted as heatsinks. They were light and durable to go along with heatsinks, so it was an obvious solution. But that is not to say only phones are the electronics using aluminum die casting parts, from fluorescent lights to washing machines, you can find aluminum parts everywhere.
Energy and Mining
Wind Energy is becoming an ever present and increasingly necessary aspect of energy creation in recent time. There are growing number of companies currently manufacturing wind turbines, equipment for storage and transportation of energy generated from such mills and aluminum die casting parts are playing their part in creating light weight, electricity conductive parts. Even in old school mining operations the need for light weight equipment cannot be overstated. From drills to bespoke drilling and mining machines, you would be hard pressed to find less than 20 parts made of aluminum die casting.
Aerospace
Nowhere more is there a need for light weight-corrosion resistant part than in aero planes and space ships. The first ever manned mission to moon to successfully land, the decent vehicle that touched the moon surface had parts made of aluminum die casting. Even now the propellers on plane and other important parts of planes are made of aluminum die casting. Application of aluminum die casting parts cannot be understated in the manufacturing of the planes or rockets.
Furniture and Décor
Not just in the construction of a home, application of aluminum die casted parts can be found within the home also. From lightweight tables to book racks, from low hanging light holders to table stands, there are options for aluminum die casting products in all rooms. Since aluminum die casting is cheaper and reliable, serving the same functionality as other materials, there is a recent boom in the use of aluminum profiles and aluminum die casting parts.

Alternatives to Aluminum Die Casting

One of the biggest competitions to aluminum die casting in recent years has been the emergence of 3D printing. With each passing day, larger and finer parts from 3D printing can be seen online and in the marketplace. These types of additive processes where even a mold is not required can be a serious contender for replacing aluminum die casting.

Now, there is a case to be made for the rendering capacity, reusability and overall affordability of 3D printing. Household 3D printing rigs have been manufactured but they are limited by size. A simple render of a part takes anywhere from 3 to 36 hours. Then there is the cost of the material itself, just like paper printers where toners and inks will bankrupt you, the same is the case for 3D printing.

The speed of aluminum die casting and the uniformity of each part at an equal rate is something we have not seen from 3D printing. With technology it is always a long game, it takes time to perfect and be efficient, but right now your safest bet for uniform quality parts with great properties is still aluminum die casting.

Eurobalt Engineering is Continuing its Aluminum Die Casting Work

At Eurobalt Engineering we offer different technologies to different customers based on the requirements they have. But with the market needs right now and feedback from our customers, it appears there is a real need for good and reliable aluminum die casting supplier. We have been doing it since the inception of the company and through the end of 2022 we are only increasing our output in this sector.

So, if any of the application of aluminum die casting from above fit your needs, then send us an email or call. Even if the application does not fit you perfectly, send us your requirements and we will let you know if aluminum die casting is the right direction for your manufacture, we might even suggest other avenues, something that will be better suited to your needs. But first get in contact with us and one of our sales manager will help you in your aluminum die casting parts production needs.