Zinc Die Casting
We use four top-quality zinc alloys — Zamak 3, Zamak 5, ZA-8 and Zamak 2 — because they offer unique advantages for creating high-precision die castings.
Zamak 3:
As the most popluar zinc alloy, Zamak 3 features exceptional ductility and impact strength. It works very well with multiple plating and finishing options.
Zamak 5:
Typically used in automotive and small-engine applications, Zamak 5 exhibits excellent creep resistance, hardness and strength.
ZA-8:
Even stronger than Zamak 3 and 5, ZA-8 is the ideal choice for hot chamber casting projects. It also works well with multiple plating and finishing options.
Zamak 2:
Compared to other Zamak alloys, Zamak 2 offers higher creep performance and long-term strength and hardness. It serves as an excellent bearing material and has been known to eliminate the need for bushings and wear inserts in die cast components.
Zamak 3, Zamak 5, ZA-8, and Zamak 2 are well-suited for the die casting process due to their ability to:
- Produce very thin walls and near net shapes
- Achieve high levels of accuracy
- Offer temperature flexibility up to 150° F
- Provide reliability with superior bearing properties
- Exhibit increased wear resistance
