Alloys: Zamak 3 (ZL3, ZL0400, ZnAI4, alloy 3)

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Check Va

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Previously the check valve was assembled from machined aluminium bar stock and brass pipe fittings. A net shape die casting was designed consolidating the six-piece assembly into a single, net shape component. All holes and seven thread sets, including a male...
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Chassis, Shield and Synthesizer Housing

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The Ericsson GE Mobile Communications’ M-PA personal radio incorporates three Zamak 3 die castings: the chassis or circuit board frame, the chassis shield and the synthesiser housing. These castings combine to provide strength and rigidity demanded for...
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Channel and T-shape

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A two-piece holder was developed for a precision scientific instrument. Both castings have detailed features requiring tolerances of +/-0.00025 in. Extrusion could not be used because it could not hold the tolerances, while CNC and wire EDM were not cost effective. By...
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Attachment Insert

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The part : This high performance self-drilling insert for plaster board (partition, lining, ceiling) is always delivered with its self-tapping screw, forming two parts. The insert is composed of two rigidly attached and then articulated (body and toggle) and is...

Heat Sink

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Zinc die casting offers numerous advantages over aluminum extrusion in a number of heat sink applications. Die-cast zinc heat sinks offer one-piece construction, increased design flexibility and lower cost. One of the biggest advantages is that heat-dissipating fins...