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Mold release is a requirement for the die casting process. Learn more about its importance and functionality here. 

When considering a viable production process for a project, companies across all industries ask the same question:

How can we cut cost without sacrificing part quality or performance?

If you're looking for more information about die cast surface finishes, check out our blog post! From powder coat to chrome, we cover it.

High pressure die casting is a fast, repeatable process that delivers quality metal components, every time—but only if your component is designed properly. Read about our most frequently asked questions related to die cast design. 

Dynacast Elgin creates over a million precision zinc and aluminum die cast components each day from their 112,000 square foot facility. Read more about this NADCA award-winning facility.

If you're looking for more information about die cast surface finishes, check out our blog post! From powder coat to chrome, we cover it.

Dynacast Singapore facility set out to find a solution to consumers getting a rash from nickel plated die castings. Read more here!

Watch as this cell creates die cast parts and seamlessly runs them through the entire production process, without the touch of a single hand.

Avoid heavy flash and improve the surface and porosity of your part with your multi-slide A2 casting machines. Learn more here!

Corrosion resistance refers to how well a metal withstands damage caused by oxidization or similar chemical reactions—usually over time. Read how we handle corrosion resistance and what metals are best. 

Two common and very similar processes are die casting and investment casting. Learn the difference between each process and understand the advantages and disadvantages of each so that you can choose the right process for your project. 

At a quick glance one would assume that there is no place for zinc in lightweight applications, but if we look at the entire die casting process as a whole, can the pros outweigh the cons when it comes to lightweight zinc components?

Historically, in order to cast aluminum with thin-wall sections, we would have used custom formulated high-fluidity alloys. However, our engineers recently developed a method to apply this technology to standard alloys. Read more here.

When searching for the answer to “How much does a die cast tool cost?” It is more important to understand why a good die cast tool costs what it does. 

The high strength properties of ZA-27, combined with its castability, enable our team of engineers to design for strength but at the same time reduce the overall material content of competing materials. 

If you are using a conventional die casting process, it may be worth taking the time to understand how multi-slide works and how it could be a better fit for your project. If your part is less than 400g, multi-slide is usually the better option. 

Fiber optic broadband is becoming the gold standard in homes and businesses across the world. When it comes to fiber optics and their metal components, reliability matters most. 

Dynacast’s Machine Building Center, located in Germany, has the engineering staff and facility capabilities to develop some of the most precise die casting machines in the world. 

In 25 years at Dynacast, a differentiating factor in our business has always been our multi-slide technology. We have the ability to create machines, tools, and processes based on customers’ needs...

As I mentioned in my previous blog on A2 machines, one of Dynacast’s distinguishing factors are our unique machine capabilities. We have proprietary machines that use multi-slide technology and create fast cycle times and precision components. 

At Dynacast we are often asked what tips we have that can improve a part design. I wanted to share with you some of the more common design tips that we recommend for die casting. 

Aluminum is one of the most commonly used materials in die casting. It’s lightweight, strong, rigid, and can withstand high temperatures, which makes it common across many industries.