Product Parameters
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum (A356-T6, 6061-T6, 7075-T6) |
| Casting Method | Die Casting, Investment Casting, Permanent Mold |
| Tolerance | ±0.05 mm per 25 mm |
| Surface | As-cast, machined, anodized |
| Application | Aerospace, automotive, robotics, consumer products |
| MOQ | 10 pcs |
description
Precision aluminum castings produce complex aluminum shapes with tight dimensional tolerances and smooth surfaces - die casting and investment casting achieve tolerances that approach CNC machining from bar stock, at a cost that is competitive for production volumes. The result is a near-net-shape aluminum component with good mechanical properties. A356-T6 is the standard precision casting aluminum - excellent fluidity for filling thin sections and responds well to heat treatment. 6061-T6 is used when the casting will be machined or welded. 7075-T6 is the highest-strength aluminum alloy, used in aerospace structural applications.
Die Casting vs. Investment Casting for Aluminum
Die casting: higher pressure injection fills thin walls faster, producing smoother surfaces and higherYield. But die casting tooling is expensive - the tooling cost only makes sense for 10,000+ pieces. Investment casting: lower tooling cost but higher per-piece cost. Better for complex geometries with internal passages and lower volumes.
FAQ
Q1: MOQ?
A1: 10 pieces for die cast and investment cast aluminum.
Q2: Materials?
A2: A356-T6 (standard), 6061-T6 (machining/welding), 7075-T6 (high strength).
Q3: Casting methods?
A3: Die casting (high volume), investment casting (complex geometries), permanent mold (medium volume).
Q4: Tolerances?
A4: ±0.05 mm per 25 mm for precision casting methods.
Q5: Surface finish?
A5: As-cast (die cast is smooth), machined (critical surfaces), anodized (corrosion protection).
Q6: Custom configurations?
A6: Yes. Custom geometries, thin-wall sections, internal cavities.
Quality is non-negotiable in precision manufacturing. Every component undergoes rigorous inspection at each stage of production.
- AS/EN/JISQ 9100 - Aerospace quality management for flight-critical and structural parts
- NADCAP - Accredited special processes including heat treatment, NDT, and surface treatment
- DFARS / ITAR - Compliant supply chain for defense and space applications
- Boeing DMS / Airbus SP - Customer-specific requirements documentation available
- CMM Inspection - Coordinate measuring for complex geometries and tight tolerances
- Surface Roughness Measurement - Ra, Rz, and Rt charting with every inspection report
- MIL-A-8625 - Military-specification anodizing for aluminum components
- Coating Thickness Testing - Coating weight and thickness verification per MIL spec
- Salt Spray Testing - 1000-hour ASTM B117 corrosion resistance verification available
- Material Traceability - Mill test reports, heat treatment records, and certificates of conformance for every batch
From raw material to finished product, every step is controlled and documented:
- Pattern Making - Wooden or metal pattern fabrication for sand/centrifugal/investment casting
- Molding - Sand casting, shell mold, centrifugal, or lost-wax investment casting setup
- Melting & Pouring - Controlled furnace melting with chemistry and temperature monitoring
- Solidification & Shakeout - Controlled cooling with riser/removal and core shakeout
- Heat Treatment - Annealing, normalizing, or solution treatment per specification
- Machining - CNC machining, drilling, and tapping to final dimensions
- Surface Treatment - Grinding, welding, or coating as required
- Inspection & Testing - Dimensional, visual, hydrostatic, or NDT inspection
- Cleaning & Packaging - Sand removal, degreasing, rust prevention, and packaging
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