High Pressure Die Casting Mold Benefits
There are numerous advantages regarding the usage of the die casting (or HPDC) process. At Saige, we can provide you with die-cast molds that match your design specifications. Some of the advantages and disadvantages of the HPDC molds process include the following:
HPDC Mold Advantages
Net shape part configuration is achievable
High dimensional accuracy is achievable
Fast production
Thinner walls are achievable when compared to investment and sand castings
Wide range of possible shapes
External threads can be casted
Steel inserts can be over-molded
Holes can be cored to internal tap drill size
HPDC Mold Disadvantages
A relatively large production volume is required to make the process cost-effective. (However, Saige would work with customers ways to mitigate this shortcoming.)
High initial cost (tool, set up)
Minimum wall thickness: 0.040"
Maximum wall thickness: 0.200". In some cases, acceptable up to 0.50"
Draft radii and fillets required on the casting
Potential porosity issue