Casting Study: Thermostate Valve Housing

Major Selection Criteria: Assembly, Complex Shape, Decorative, Dimensional Precision, Good Finish, Mechanical Properties, Net Shape
Alloy: Zamak 5 (ZL5, ZL0410, ZnAI4Cu1, alloy 5)
Application Field: Builders Hardware
Application Size: >250 g
Surface Finish: Plated
Casting Technique: Pressure Die Casting
Source: HDO Druckguß- und Oberflächentechnik GmbH

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Special features of this die cast product include precise dimensions that ensure a perfect fit around the circumference of the housing, making it water-resistant so that the internal components are protected. The tool design allows for uniform filling and casting with a fast cycle time. A range of wall thickness differences are required to meet structural requirements, this required special processing to achieve high quality surface finish and tight tolerances.

Weight of the part: 1180g

Total casting weight: 2640g

Dimension: 300 x 130x 68mm