About This Service
Die casting forces molten metal under high pressure into a steel die to produce parts with high dimensional accuracy and smooth surface. We specialize in high-pressure die casting of aluminum, zinc, and magnesium alloys.
Volume vs Cost: The Real Curve
200x150x80mm aluminum housing, 600g. Tooling 25,000 USD single-cavity. Variable cost drops with volume.
100 parts
2.50 USD variable + 250 USD tooling. CNC is cheaper.
252.50 USD
1,000 parts
2.40 USD variable + 25 USD tooling. Break-even zone.
27.40 USD
10,000 parts
2.10 USD variable + 2.50 USD tooling. 40% cheaper than CNC.
4.60 USD
100,000 parts
1.85 USD variable + 0.25 USD tooling. 75% cheaper than CNC.
2.10 USD
25,000 USD Die: Where Every Dollar Goes
A die casting die is not a single part. It is a complex assembly.
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Die Steel (P20 or H13) - 600 kg of bulk material for both die halves |
8,000 USD |
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CNC Die Cavity Machining - rough and finish from hardened steel |
6,000 USD |
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Heat Treatment - hardening to HRC 48-52 for wear resistance |
2,000 USD |
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Surface Grinding and EDM - precision mating surfaces |
3,000 USD |
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Polishing - critical for cosmetic parts, mirror finish |
2,000 USD |
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Slides and Side Actions - required for parts with undercuts |
2,500 USD |
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Assembly and Tryout - T1 sample production and approval |
1,500 USD |
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Annual Maintenance (over 200K-300K shots life) |
10-15% of tooling |
Why Choose Our Die Casting
Cost Drops 75% with Volume
Tooling amortized over 100,000+ shots. Per-part cost drops 75% from 100 pieces to 100,000 pieces.
Complex Geometry
Thin walls, internal features, intricate details. Near-net-shape with minimal secondary machining.
In-House Surface Treatment
Powder coating, anodizing, plating, painting - all in-house. No subcontracting, no hand-offs.
Free Break-Even Analysis
Die casting vs CNC comparison for your specific part. We tell you when each makes sense.
4-8 Week Tooling Lead Time
Single-cavity aluminum die in 4-6 weeks. Multi-cavity in 6-10 weeks. You own the die, we maintain it.
IATF 16949 Certified
Automotive-grade quality. PPAP documentation, control plans, full traceability for every batch.
Sample Products We Make
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