Casting Study: Reduction Gear

Major Selection Criteria: Dimensional Precision, Mechanical Properties
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Application Field: Automotive
Application Size: Medium
Surface Finish:
Casting Technique:
Source: SIOBRA

reducti2_photo2_caseID145The seats in luxury cars are moved forwards and backwards by motorised reduction gears which must be solid, reliable, accurate and mechanically strong. Zinc alloys satisfy these requirements and they offer the added benefit of noise reduction due to their density.