Cast Alm

Cast aluminum is a material made by pouring molten aluminum into a mold and allowing it to cool and solidify. It’s a versatile material with many applications, including in automotive parts, furniture, and medical equipment.

Material Properties

Corrosion resistance: Cast aluminum is resistant to corrosion in both atmospheric and marine conditions.
Thermal conductivity: Cast aluminum has good thermal conductivity, making it ideal for applications that require heat dissipation.
Strength: Cast aluminum has a good strength-to-weight ratio, but it’s not as strong as wrought aluminum or steel.
Machinability: Machining cast aluminum is similar to other aluminum casting alloys containing silicon.
Heat treatment: Heat treatment can increase the hardness and mechanical properties of cast aluminum. It can also stabilize the mechanical and physical properties.
Tensile strength: The tensile properties of cast aluminum at elevated temperatures depend on the heat treatment of the castings and the duration at the elevated temperature

Material Chemical Compostion

Common aluminum alloys

A360: This alloy is known for its corrosion resistance, strength at high temperatures, and ductility. It’s also known for being fluid and pressure tight.
A380: This alloy is lightweight, resistant to corrosion and hot cracking, and has high strength at high temperatures. It’s often used in tools, electronics, and automotive engines.
A356: This alloy is the most common material used in aluminum gravity casting. Heat treatment can improve its strength.

How is cast aluminum made?

Cast aluminum is made by pouring molten aluminum into molds. The molds are shaped based on the desired final product