Zinc Die Casting

Zinc alloy die castings offer a broad range of excellent physical and mechanical properties, castability, and finishing characteristics. Close dimensional tolerances, thin walls and variation in section design are just some of the advantages of utilizing zinc alloys. The impact strength of zinc components is higher than most other die casting alloys. Die life is significantly lengthened and die maintenance reduced primarily due to the lower temperatures under which zinc alloy is die cast.

Zinc No. 3 is the most widely used zinc alloy in North America, offering the best combination of mechanical properties, castability and economics. It can produce castings with intricate detail and excellent surface finish at high production rates. Other alloys in the Zamak (acronym for Zinc, Aluminum, Magnesium and Copper) group are available and are used when their specific properties are required.