Why Miniature Aluminum Castings

Why Miniature Aluminum Castings. Aluminum is an abundant metal, one of the most abundant metal on the earth’s crust. It is a naturally occurring chemical element. The properties of aluminum, which make it so useful to a wide variety of applications, are numerous. Like iron, it is one of the important trace metals that occur naturally in the human body. In medicine, it is ingested as a trace element needed to maintain good health. It is believed to have anti-oxidant properties. When applied as an ointment or lotion, it prevents skin dehydration, diaper rash, and bad odors. In the metalworking industry, this metal fulfils a big role too.

Miniature aluminum castings are made by injecting the molten aluminum in a die-mold to reproduce the shape and patterns of that mold. When the molten metal solidifies, it is then taken out of the mold, and the process is repeated on and on. Several reproductions could be made in this way. Making the die-mold requires skilled machining and a precise technology. Specialized companies offer these services. When the die-mold tooling machine with your specifications is made by such a company, then the mass-production of your particular product can begin.

In addition, when aluminum is the casting material used, the die-mold tooling machine has a possibility of lasting longer than if other casting metals were used. This is due to aluminum’s property of melting at a lower temperature than other metals. This offsets the initial capital spent on the die-mold tooling machine for miniature aluminum castings. That is the reason why aluminum, with its aforementioned unique properties, is a favorite material for most of our modern industries.