DIE CASTING SERVICES

DIE CASTING SERVICES

Die casting is the process of shaping metals into specific shapes, referred to as casts. Many different non-ferrous metals can be used in the die casting process allowing for a magnitude of die casting applications. Practically any metal part can be created using the die casting process, simple or complicated. Metal parts are extremely resistant to heat and corrosion, ideal for applications across many industries including the automotive, aerospace, industrial, and energy industries. Die casted metal parts can be manufactured in incredible array of sizes, and in nearly any shape imaginable.

The Die Casting Process

Die casting is an extremely efficient and effective method for producing hundreds to thousands of metal parts quickly and accurately.

Regardless of metals used or the applications for the finished piece, the process for die casting generally follows the same four steps:

1. Your design is uploaded into a 3D CAD file. If you do not have a design prepared, we have designers available happy to assist with measurements, material selection, and more.

2. The 3D CAD design is used to produce a metal mold (also called a “die”). The mold will be used to produce the metal casts. One mold can be used to produce thousands of identical units. At GS Proto, we have our own advanced CNC Machine Shop, producing dies in-house saving time and money, and ensuring accurate translation of design into the completed mold.

3. The selected metal (nearly all alloys are options; aluminum is the most-popular) is heated, then injected into the mold. The metal is cooled, forming a solid metal cast.

4. The cast is removed from the mold, taken for additional finishing services, and the process is repeated.

This process occurs quickly, creating thousands of identical metal casts rapidly and with extreme precision. Parts made with non-ferrous metals such as zinc, aluminum, magnesium, copper and more are strong; they can withstand extreme conditions and environments. If you need metal parts manufactured in low-volume quantities, die casting may be your perfect solution.