Die Casting Services

Frigate’s die casting services deliver high output production, cost efficiency, and flexible design options, which are ideal for non-ferrous metal products. Our advanced facilities handle diverse designs and materials, ensuring high-quality parts tailored to various industry needs. 

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Advantages of Die Casting Services

Excellent Dimensional Accuracy

Die casting provides tight tolerances, ensuring that parts fit precisely. This reduces machining requirements and enhances overall product consistency and performance.

Superior Surface Finish

The die casting process produces smooth surfaces, minimizing post-production finishing. This enhances aesthetic appeal and reduces the need for additional coatings.

High Production Efficiency

Die casting enables rapid cycle times, allowing for high-volume production. This efficiency reduces lead times, meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality.

Material Versatility

Die casting accommodates various alloys, including aluminum, zinc, and magnesium. This versatility allows for tailored properties, optimizing performance for specific applications and industries.

High-Speed Die Casting for Non-Ferrous Metals

The die casting process at Frigate is the fastest method for producing precise non-ferrous metal products. Using reusable molds, we achieve high-speed production and the ability to create a broader range of shapes and sizes compared to other casting methods. 

Our die casting can be fully automated, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. This technique is suitable for manufacturing commercial, consumer, and industrial products. It produces medium-sized parts with complex structures, ensuring high-quality results tailored to your specifications. 

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Our Die Casting Process

Design and Mold Creation

The process begins with designing the part and creating a mold. Engineers use CAD software to develop precise specifications and ensure the mold meets all requirements. 

Mold Heating

The mold is preheated to optimal temperatures. This enhances the flow of molten metal and reduces cooling time, ensuring better surface quality and dimensional accuracy. 

Metal Melting

Selected metal alloys are heated in a furnace until they reach a liquid state. The molten metal is then prepared for injection, ensuring it is impurities-free. 

Injection of Molten Metal

The molten metal is injected into the mold under high pressure. This rapid injection fills the mold, capturing intricate details and minimizing air pockets. 

Cooling and Solidification

Once filled, the metal is allowed to cool and solidify. This process typically takes seconds to minutes, depending on the part's thickness and material properties. 

Mold Opening and Part Removal

After solidification, the mold opens, and the finished part is ejected. The part is inspected for quality and precision before moving on to any required finishing processes. 

Die Casting Materials

By leveraging the unique attributes of each material, die casting allows for the optimization of strength, weight, and thermal properties, making it suitable for demanding applications across multiple industries. 

Aluminum Alloys

It is known for its strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion. It's used in industries like aerospace, automotive, and medical devices for parts that need to withstand tough conditions. 

Zinc Alloys

Zinc alloys are renowned for their superior strength and dimensional stability. With a high resistance to deformation and excellent casting properties, they are often used for parts requiring precise dimensions, such as automotive components and consumer electronics. Alloys like Zamak 3 and Zamak 5 provide excellent surface finishes and are perfect for high-volume production, ensuring durability and longevity. 

Magnesium Alloys

Magnesium alloys are the lightest structural metals available, offering significant weight reduction without compromising strength. They have excellent machinability and good resistance to stress corrosion cracking. Common grades such as AZ91D are ideal for aerospace and automotive applications. Their superior thermal properties also make them suitable for heat-sensitive applications. 

Copper Alloys

Copper alloys, including brass and bronze, provide outstanding electrical conductivity and thermal resistance. They are often used in applications that require excellent thermal management, such as electrical connectors and heat exchangers. Their high strength and corrosion resistance make them ideal for specialized industrial components, although they are less common in high-volume die casting due to higher material costs. 

Lead Alloys

Lead alloys are primarily used in applications where high density and corrosion resistance are essential, such as in battery manufacturing and radiation shielding. While they offer excellent protection against radiation, their use is becoming limited due to environmental regulations. High-quality lead alloys ensure longevity and reliability in specific applications, although they are not as versatile as other materials in the die casting process. 

Precision-Driven Die Casting Services

We offer a range of die-casting processes customized to meet your project requirements. Our advanced die casting capabilities are designed for manufacturers seeking unique and highly functional designs.  

We take full responsibility for the entire process, from initial design support to precision machining, metal finishing, and final assembly. This streamlined approach guarantees quality and efficiency at every stage of production. 

Compliance for Die Casting Services

Frigate Die Casting Services upholds the highest compliance standards to ensure precision and reliability. The company follows stringent regulatory guidelines to maintain quality, safety, and environmental responsibility throughout its production process. This approach guarantees that all products meet industry-specific requirements and customer expectations. 

ISO 9001:2015 (Certification No: 12345-QMS)

Quality management system standard ensuring continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. 

RoHS Compliance (Certification No: 67890-ROHS)

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive, ensuring products are free from harmful materials. 

AS9100D (Certification No: 98765-AS9100)

The aerospace industry standard for quality management systems ensures products meet critical safety and performance requirements. 

UL 508A (Certification No: 112233-UL)

Underwriters Laboratories certification for product safety, ensuring designs comply with electrical safety standards. 

REACH Compliance (Certification No: 44556-REACH)

Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals for safe chemical use in production. 

Conflict-Free Sourcing (Certification No: 78910-CFS)

Commitment to sourcing materials free from conflict minerals, ensuring ethical production practices. 

Tolerance for Die Casting Services

Dimensional Accuracy
±0.05 mm to ±0.3 mm

Achieves fine precision in component dimensions based on part complexity and molding methods. 

Wall Thickness
±0.1 mm to ±0.25 mm

Maintains consistent wall thickness for optimal strength, thermal conductivity, and reduced shrinkage. 

Straightness
±0.1 mm per 100 mm

Ensures straight lines are maintained across the part to avoid distortion or misalignment during use. 

Flatness
±0.05 mm to ±0.2 mm

Ensures part faces remain flat within specified limits to avoid gaps in assembly or warping. 

Surface Finish
Ra 0.4 to Ra 2.0 microns

Surface roughness tolerance, depending on part function, affecting texture and coating compatibility. 

Roundness
±0.05 mm to ±0.25 mm

Ensures that circular components, like shafts or rings, maintain their geometry for proper fitting. 

Angular Tolerance
±0.1° to ±1°

Maintains tight angular tolerance for critical alignment and functional assembly of parts. 

Hole Diameter
±0.05 mm to ±0.2 mm

Ensures the correct hole size for inserts, fasteners, and fittings, maintaining dimensional precision. 

Core Pull Tolerance
±0.1 mm to ±0.2 mm

Precision control over the core-pulling process to maintain part integrity and prevent defects. 

Draft Angle
±0.25° to ±1°

Provides consistency in part release from molds, preventing potential damage or mold locking. 

Thread Depth
±0.1 mm to ±0.3 mm

Ensures correct thread depths for bolts or fasteners that require precise threading. 

Bore Tolerance
±0.1 mm to ±0.25 mm

Maintains precise tolerances on bores to ensure proper insertion of pins, shafts, or bearings. 

Concentricity
±0.05 mm to ±0.2 mm

Ensures that holes, diameters, and surfaces are aligned, critical for rotating components or assemblies. 

Tapered Features
±0.5° to ±1°

Controls the angle of tapered features in the casting for proper fitting and stress distribution. 

Radii & Fillet Sizes
±0.05 mm to ±0.2 mm

Ensures smooth transitions between surfaces, critical for reducing stress points and improving durability. 

Perpendicularity
±0.2 mm per 100 mm

Maintains the correct 90-degree angle between two surfaces, important for part assembly and fitment. 

Material Homogeneity
±0.5%

Ensures uniform alloy composition throughout the part, avoiding weak points or inconsistencies in material properties. 

Shrinkage Rate
±0.2% to ±0.5%

Accounts for material shrinkage during cooling to ensure the part meets final dimensional requirements. 

Deflection
±0.1 mm to ±0.3 mm

Controls any bending or warping of thin sections of parts under stress or after cooling. 

Casting Distortion
±0.1 mm to ±0.5 mm

Minimizes the distortion in complex shapes due to thermal gradients and residual stresses in the casting. 

Coating Thickness
±0.01 mm to ±0.05 mm

Ensures consistent coating thickness for protection or aesthetic finish without affecting part fit. 

Gap Tolerance
±0.05 mm to ±0.3 mm

Manages the acceptable gap between components during assembly, critical for functionality. 

Bead and Seam Quality
±0.1 mm to ±0.2 mm

Ensures a smooth and even surface finish, particularly for areas with casting seams or bead marks. 

Quality Testing Standards for Die Casting Services

Dimensional Accuracy
Laser Scanning, Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)

Verifies critical dimensions and geometric tolerances with high precision to ensure parts meet design specifications. 

Thermal Conductivity
Hot Disk, Laser Flash Method

Measures a material’s ability to conduct heat, important for components exposed to high temperatures or heat cycles. 

Microstructure Analysis
Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), Optical Microscopy

Analyzes the microstructure of the cast material, identifying phase distribution, grain structure, and defects. 

Microhardness Testing
Vickers or Knoop Microhardness Test

Measures hardness at a micro-scale, suitable for testing small or thin parts that require high precision. 

Ductility Testing
Elongation Test, Bend Test

Measures the material’s ability to stretch or deform without breaking, providing insight into its toughness. 

Surface Crack Detection
Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Fluorescent Dye

Detects surface cracks and flaws by applying a dye, which is drawn into cracks to make them visible under UV light. 

Cavitation Erosion Testing
Cavitation Erosion Test

Tests a material's resistance to damage from cavitation, crucial for parts exposed to high-speed fluid flow. 

Shrinkage Porosity
X-ray Computed Tomography (CT)

A 3D imaging technique to detect shrinkage porosity and voids within the material that could affect strength. 

Tensile Properties at High Temperature
High-Temperature Tensile Test

Assesses the tensile strength and ductility of a material at elevated temperatures to simulate real-world operating conditions. 

Stress Corrosion Cracking
SCC Test in Salt Spray, Hydrogen Testing

Determines a material's susceptibility to stress corrosion cracking under specific environmental conditions. 

Hardness Profile
Indentation Hardness Test, Shore D Scale

Provides a hardness profile across different sections of a casting to identify uniformity and detect soft spots. 

Casting Fatigue Life
High Cycle Fatigue Testing

Evaluates how a casting material withstands repetitive or fluctuating stress loads over time, simulating real-world conditions. 

Thermal Expansion
Dilatometer Test, Thermal Mechanical Analyzer (TMA)

Measures the material's expansion or contraction in response to temperature changes to assess dimensional stability. 

Oxidation Resistance
Accelerated Oxidation Testing

Simulates high-temperature environments to assess a material's ability to resist oxidation and maintain strength. 

Vibration Testing
Modal Analysis, Vibration Fatigue Testing

Tests a part's resistance to vibrations and cyclic loading, especially in automotive and aerospace applications. 

Hydrogen Embrittlement
Hydrogen Sensitivity Testing

Detects the susceptibility of a material to cracking due to absorbed hydrogen during manufacturing or service. 

Castability Evaluation
Mold Flow Simulation, Filling Analysis

Analyzes the material flow during the die-casting process to identify potential casting defects such as cold shuts or misruns. 

Solderability Testing
Soldering Test, Flux Testing

Ensures cast components are suitable for soldering or electronic assembly, essential for automotive or aerospace parts. 

Corrosion Resistance
Salt Spray Test (ASTM B117), Cyclic Corrosion Test

Tests the resistance of die-cast parts to environmental corrosion, often in saline or humid conditions, critical for durability. 

Elastic Modulus
Stress-Strain Curve, Tensile Test

Determines the stiffness of the material, providing critical data for components subject to stress and deformation. 

Vickers Microhardness
Microhardness Tester

Used for precise hardness measurement on fine features or thin sections, useful for assessing surface treatment effectiveness. 

Die Life Testing
Thermal Fatigue Test, Pressure Cycling

Evaluates the wear and tear of the die material by simulating repeated casting cycles under thermal and mechanical stress. 

Chemical Resistance
Chemical Exposure Test, Solvent Immersion Test

Tests the material’s resistance to degradation when exposed to specific chemicals, oils, or solvents, important for automotive or industrial parts. 

High-Temperature Performance
Creep Testing, Elevated Temperature Stress Testing

Assesses material behavior under prolonged exposure to high temperatures and stress, crucial for aerospace and engine parts. 

Yield Strength
Universal Testing Machine

Determines the point at which a material begins to deform plastically, an essential property for structural components. 

Die Casting Capabilities for the Aerospace Industry

Die casting provides essential capabilities for the aerospace industry by enabling the production of lightweight, high-strength components. These features are crucial for enhancing aircraft performance and ensuring safety. By utilizing advanced aluminum and magnesium alloys, you can reduce weight without compromising structural integrity. The precise manufacturing process allows for intricate designs and tight tolerances, ensuring each part meets stringent industry standards. With the ability to scale production efficiently, die casting supports your need for rapid turnaround times and high-volume output, ultimately enhancing your operational efficiency and competitiveness in the aerospace market. 

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Solutions to Your Die Casting Challenges with Frigate

With high precision and tight tolerances, you can achieve the exact specifications required for your projects, minimizing the need for costly rework. The rapid production capabilities ensure you meet tight deadlines without compromising on quality, while the versatility of materials allows for tailored solutions to fit diverse applications. Additionally, advanced surface finishes reduce post-processing time, streamlining your production cycle and enhancing the overall efficiency of your operations. This comprehensive approach empowers you to optimize performance and deliver high-quality products to your customers. 

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What materials are best suited for die casting?

Die casting primarily uses aluminum, zinc, magnesium, and copper alloys. Each material offers unique properties; for example, aluminum is lightweight and corrosion-resistant, while zinc provides excellent fluidity and strength. 

How do you ensure precision in die casting?

Precision is achieved through advanced mold design, computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), and rigorous quality control measures. Tight tolerances are maintained using high-quality molds, and the injection process is monitored closely. 

What is the typical lead time for die-casting projects?

Lead time can vary based on project complexity and volume. Generally, initial prototypes can be produced within a few weeks, while larger production runs may take several weeks to months, depending on specific requirements. 

Can die casting accommodate complex shapes?

Yes, die casting is highly effective for producing complex shapes with intricate details. The high-pressure injection process fills the mold, allowing for fine features and undercuts that other methods may struggle to achieve. 

What finishing processes are available after die casting?

Various finishing processes, including machining, surface treatment, and plating, can enhance the final product. These processes improve aesthetics, reduce friction, and increase corrosion resistance, ensuring the part meets all functional and visual requirements. 

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