Major Selection Criteria: Mechanical Properties

Cheque Guide

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This single zinc die casting replaced an assembly of stainless steel components. By use of a single casting, rigidity was greatly improved and dimensional precision between critical dimensions was made more reliable. Zinc die casting permitted the required dimensional...

Capstan Retainer

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Precision and strength are important design considerations for the minicartridge tape drive, and the capstan retainer is a good example. This part is actually two separate components cast together–a Torx head screw with an integral retainer sleeve. To produce the...

Blackplate support pad for pin printer

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Modern printers require a pin support which must be cast pore free, non-deformable, and of precise dimensions. Because of the large numbers of units produced, the life of the die is a determining factor. From the client’s point of view, the sound dampening qualities...

Bearing Attachment

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ln this example, a ball bearing housing which is die cast in alloy Z410 (equivalent to BS 1004B) is attached to a thin continuously electrogalvanized steel sheet pressing. Studs – integral rivets – are cast into the housing. After the steel pressing is located, the...

Base Plate and Shaft Support

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While competitive versions rely on plastic, the Morse Controls high-end pleasure boat mechanical steering control utilises ZA-8 alloy die casting for the Command 290 base plate and shaft support. ZA-8 alloy was chosen for two reasons: superior mechanical properties...