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Tooling Quality for Die Casting Molds

Quality Information About Molds and Tooling for Die Casting

Die casting tooling quality or die casting mold quality is relative to the customer needs. For more tooling information or die casting mold pricing contact us: sales@tile-molds.com

Die Casting Tooling Quality is measured in two ways. https://www.tile-molds.com

First – Tooling Dimensions

How is the accuracy of the tool to meet the die casting part blueprint dimensions. Some inexperienced toolmakers, foreign or domestic, do not understand the engineering need for die casting part draft. All die casting parts need draft to eject from the die cast mold. Some moldmakers cannot calculate die casting alloy or material shrinkage. All die casting alloys have process shrinkage. Not all die casting materials shrink the same.

Also, the more experienced of the toolmakers or moldmakers will use “steel Safe” measures to meet tolerances on the die casting part blueprint. We want to remove more steel to meet dimensions, not weld the steel. Welding sometimes reduces “Die Life”

Second – Die Life

Some customers only need a few hundred parts in the product lifetime. Others need more than 100,000 die casting parts a year. Die Life is a measurement of how many parts the die casting tool will make that are acceptable to the customer. Sometimes I get this question “how long will my die casting tool make acceptable parts?” This is both an easy question and difficult question. he easy answer is, a new class A die casting tool will make about 100,000 acceptable aluminum die casting parts and about 200,000 zinc die casting parts. If the die casting part is thicker or heavier, the quantity could be less and if the part is smaller the quantity could be more. Many customers need fewer than 100,000 parts. Also, as noted before, some die casting materials wear the tooling more than other materials. The first areas of wear are the areas where the molten material enters the tool. The second areas are around the parting line.

Here are the order of die casting tools that have greater die life to the least die life:

Complete Die Casting Mold
Unit Die Tooling
Die Casting Tooling Inserts
Die Casting Family Mold

Regular maintenance items in the die casting mold are:

Die Casting Mold Ejector Pins

Die Casting Mold Core Pins

Email us if you have other questions or if you want die casting mold prices. If you have a die casting mold or tool that needs repair, we can help you. If you have a die that was made somewhere else, we can make your die casting parts.

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Tooling Types for Die Casting Molds

Types of Die Casting Tooling, Molds and Dies

Die casting tooling is called by many names. Some of those names are interchangeable. For example and die casting die and a die casting mold mean the same thing. Because there are interchangeable names, some people use all the names to call out the tool. Some people say “die casting tool mold” or “die casting die mold” both are redundant terms. For more information or mold pricing contact us: sales@tile-molds.com

Here are common die casting tooling names and their description:
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The Die Casting Complete Mold

A Complete Die Casting Die or a Complete Die Casting Mold – The complete mold is a full die casting die that does not need an additional mold base to fit into the die casting machine. The complete mold is also the most expensive form of die casting tooling.

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The Die Casting Unit Die

A Unit Die, or sometimes called a Unit Tool, is a very common die casting tool. The unit die is faster to install in the die casting machine
than other forms of tooling. The unit die is less expensive than a complete mold. The unit die comes in a few “Standard Unit Sizes”, the two most common are the 10″ x 12″ Unit Die and the 12″ x 15″ Unit Die. The unit die requires a separate master unit holder to fit into the die casting machine. Most die casting companies own master holders and prefer the unit die tooling because of the rapid setup time into the die casting machine.

Die Casting Tooling Cavity Inserts

A die casting tooling insert cavity, also known simply as “Inserts” or “cavities” are the lease expensive tooling type. The insert is mounted into a complete die mold base or into a unit die to fit into a die casting machine. Tooling inserts can weigh as little as 20 to 30 pounds. Unit die weigh hundreds of pounds and complete die can weigh thousands of pounds.

Die Casting Multiple Cavity Mold

Die Casting Family Mold

Die Casting Trim Die

Other terms used in connection with die casting molds and die casting tooling are:

Hand Load Inserts

Die Casting Mold Slide

Ejector Pin

Core Pin

Look on our FAQ Page to get information about these terms and other terms that our customers ask about die casting tooling. If you do not see your question answered, contact us at our email. sales@tile-molds.com

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Die Casting Molds and Tooling 2024

Die Casting Molds and Die Casting Tooling

Die casting is a manufacturing process in which molten metal alloy is injected into a die casting mold (or die) under high pressure to produce metal parts. The die casting process requires tooling for die casting. This die casting tooling, sometimes referred to as
molds or die casting dies, comes in many forms. For more information or mold pricing contact us: sales@tile-molds.com

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Types of HPDC (High Pressure Die Casting) – The die casting process generally falls into two categories, “Hot Chamber Die Casting” or “Cold Chamber Die Casting” the process is determined by the die casting alloy used and the die casting tooling type.

Hot Chamber Die Casting is primarily used with lower melting temperature alloys such as zinc. This process is used with a hot chamber die casting machine. The die casting parts are made by injecting the alloy directly into the die casting mold by the melting pot attached to the die casting machine.

Cold Chamber Die Casting is more the more common die casting process. Cold chamber die casting machines are more common. The die casting tooling used in cold chamber die casting can diecast any die casting alloy. In cold chamber, the material is fed by a ladle
into a cylinder to be injected into the die casting mold. aluminum die casting parts

Here is a list of the most common types of die casting tooling. More details about the different die casting tooling types, refer to our
“About Page“.

Die Casting Complete Mold

Die Casting Unit Die

Die Casting Multiple Cavity Mold

Die Casting Family Mold

Die Casting Tooling Inserts

Die Casting Trim Die

Other terms used in connection with die casting molds and die casting tooling are:

Hand Load Inserts

Die Casting Mold Slide

Ejector Pin

Core Pin

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Die Casting Mold Inserts

Die casting mold inserts are commonly made from tool steel or carbide materials due to their high strength, wear resistance, and thermal conductivity properties. These inserts are strategically designed to fit into the die casting mold, creating cavities and features that replicate the desired shape and characteristics of the final product. By incorporating die casting inserts into the mold design, manufacturers can achieve superior die casting tooling quality, dimensional accuracy, and consistency in their casted parts.

One of the key advantages of using die casting mold inserts is the ability to produce complex geometries and fine details in metal components. Inserts allow for the creation of undercuts, thin walls, blind holes, and other intricate features that would be challenging to achieve with traditional machining methods. This capability is particularly beneficial for producing components with customized designs, tight tolerances, and unique shapes that meet the specific requirements of different applications.

Furthermore, die casting inserts enhance the overall efficiency and productivity of the die casting process. By utilizing inserts, manufacturers can reduce cycle times, minimize material wastage, and optimize production throughput. Inserts enable rapid heat transfer during casting, leading to shorter cooling times and faster solidification of the molten metal, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings.

Another significant advantage of die casting inserts (see images) is their ability to improve the surface finish and overall quality of the casted parts. Inserts help to control the flow of molten metal within the mold cavity, minimizing turbulence, air entrapment, and other defects that can affect the surface appearance and integrity of the final product. This results in smoother finishes, sharper details, and enhanced part consistency, meeting the stringent quality standards of various industries.

Die casting mold inserts also contribute to the longevity and durability of the die casting molds. By using inserts made from high-quality materials, manufacturers can enhance the wear resistance, thermal stability, and overall lifespan of the molds, reducing maintenance costs and downtime. Inserts can be easily replaced or reconditioned when necessary, allowing for prolonged use of the molds and ensuring continuous production efficiency.

Die casting mold inserts are vital components that drive innovation, precision, and efficiency in the die casting industry. With their ability to create complex geometries, improve productivity, enhance quality, and prolong mold lifespan, inserts are indispensable for manufacturers seeking to produce high-quality metal components with exceptional performance and cost-effectiveness. By leveraging die casting inserts effectively, companies can achieve greater design flexibility, production scalability, and competitive advantage in today’s dynamic manufacturing landscape.

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