Surface Finishes: As-Cast

ima09

Housing for electro-tool

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The drive head of this tool, made out of 2 parts, is cast in ZP5.  This casing contains the gear that translates rotating and oscillating movements at very high rpm and frequencies. The part needed to comply with low tolerances for shape and position in both...
ima01

Automotive Shift Level

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This shift lever connects the shifter and the gear in ZF automotive gearboxes. This part was originally cast in aluminum but required tapping and other secondary operations in order to meet the close tolerances. Thanks to close collaboration with the customer, the...
ima06

Caster Housing

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This part was cast with Zincopor(R) technology, which resulted in a weight reduction of 25%. With an annual production rate of 235,000 part/year, this represents a 10-ton reduction of zinc alloy.  
ima02

Steering Column Housing

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Key benefits include: Design and use of a complex tool to avoid multiple secondary operation.  Excellent gating control to achieve mechanical tolerances.