Aluminum is a popular metal for die castings. It is easy to work with, lightweight, resists corroding and is recyclable. These properties make aluminum a very valuable alloy. Aluminum die casting is done by melting the aluminum and pouring it into steel molds called dies.
Easy to Work With
Aluminum is easy to work with. It withstands very high temperatures, so it can be used in many applications where heat is a problem for other metals. Some of aluminum’s other qualities are stiffness and strength, heat conduction and electrical conduction. Many machine parts are made using aluminum die castings. Melted aluminum can be cast into almost any shape.
Lightweight
Aluminum is lightweight and strong which makes it a sought after material in situations where reducing weight is crucial. Applications such as automobiles and aircraft rely on aluminum to reduce weight and improve fuel economy. It was popular for cookware …