Die cast product design: 3 considerations
Author: SAIVS Date Published: Nov 02,2023
Die Casting is a manufacturing process used to produce metal
components with high precision and efficiency.
It involves injecting molten metal into a die,
which is a mold or cavity that gives the desired shape to the final product.
The die is made of two halves, typically referred to asthe "ejector"
and "cover" sides, that come together to form the parting line.
Draft Angle:
The draft angle refers to the slope or incline on the
walls of a die used in the casting process.
It is determined by the way the die and sliding cores open.
The purpose of the draft angle is to facilitate
the easy removal of the cast from the die.
By allowing the cast to slide out smoothly instead
of sticking to the slides, the process becomes
more efficient and ensures high-quality casting.
In die casting, it is important to maintain a consistent
wall thickness throughout the component.
Sudden changes in thickness or geometry can disrupt the
flow of molten metal into the die, leading to the inclusion
of air and resulting in poor surface finish.
Proper calculation and consideration of
the draft angle can help avoid these issues.
Parting Line:
Every component produced through die casting has a parting line,
which is the point where the two halves of the die meet.
The parting line should be indicated on the component's
drawing and should be taken into account during the die casting process.
Critical tolerances related to the parting line should be
specified in relation to one of the specific sides of the die,
namely the "ejector" and "cover" sides.
It is challenging to control critical tolerances
directly on the parting line itself.
Additionally, the parting line should not coincide with a
specific feature of the part, as it may affect the aesthetic appearance.
Calculating the draft angle can help determine
the visibility or concealment of the parting line.
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