Casting Study: Metal Saw Handle Frame

Major Selection Criteria: Good Finish, Integration of Multiple Functions, Mechanical Properties
Alloy: Zamak 5 (ZL5, ZL0410, ZnAI4Cu1, alloy 5)
Application Field: Hand/Power Tools
Application Size: 110 x 100 x (1.3-1.5) x D= 12 mm ; 4.33 x 3.94 x (0.05-0.06) x D=0.47 inches
Surface Finish: Other, Painted
Casting Technique: Pressure Die Casting
Source: A.M.I. Fonderie

metalsa2_photo2_caseID105This product has been created for a top quality, guaranteed-for-life hacksaw. Zinc alloys satisfy the surface coating and the mechanical resistance required for the handle and saw blade guide, with the process economy for a high-quality product on a competitive market. This can be contributed to the long life of the dies and tooling for very high-volume production. The rigidity of the assembly ensured by the zinc alloy allows the blade to be stressed safely up to 140 kg traction force.