Surface Finishes: As-Cast

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Transmission Selector Tube – Ford

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The original selector tube was designed as a magnesium-steel assembly. It was redesigned as a one-piece ZA-8 alloy die casting. The ZA-8 casting replaced steel without loss of torque strength. Net shape casting produces a complex, multifunctional component. The...
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Threaded Connector, Moss Joiner

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This product is a cylindrical zinc pressure die cast component with an internally die cast thread that functions to tighten the fitting on an outdoor water hose. Zinc alloy no. 3 was chosen because of its stiffness and bright finish that is unaffected by ultraviolet...
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Strap Adapter, Entry Slide Mount, Belt Sheave

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Die casting the three components in ZA-27 alloy offers attractive aesthetics and a near-net shape, which eliminates machining costs. In addition, ZA-27 alloy provides good wear and bearing characteristics.
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Regulator

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The regulator for Turner’s self-igniting torch has a design criteria specifying pressure tightness, strength, cleanliness and metal-chip free, net shape, and cost-effective manufacturing. A screw-machined aluminium or brass regulator was first considered, but both...
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Q-LOK cleat fastening system – MacNeill Engineering/Worldwide

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Initially, the Q-LOK design was all plastic for low-impact sports. However, for high-impact sports such as soccer and football, the added strength of zinc alloy was necessary to meet impact requirements. Die cast zinc provides the receptacles with superior corrosion...