A356
AA designation- Good castability for complex geometry
- Corrosion-resistant material direction
- Machining-friendly project route
- Heat-treatment options by requirement
Application directionHousings, brackets and lightweight structural components
Lightweight alloy families evaluated for both investment casting and repeat die-casting production.
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Overview
Aluminum alloy selection depends on the casting process, geometry, production volume, mechanical requirements and downstream finishing. Tianlu supports project-specific review for both investment casting and die casting.
Availability
Standards, material condition, equivalent designations and final availability are confirmed for each project. No equivalence should be assumed without engineering review.
The grades below are representative, not a complete availability list. Final grade, condition and applicable standard are confirmed during engineering review; cross-standard equivalence is not implied.
Maximize part performance
A practical starting point for engineering discussion. Other commonly specified grades can be reviewed against your drawing and requirements.
Application directionHousings, brackets and lightweight structural components
Application directionLoad-bearing housings, brackets and engineered components
Application directionEngineered housings and components with demanding service conditions
Application directionCovers, enclosures, housings and general production components
Application directionHousings, brackets, appliance and industrial components
Application directionHousings and components exposed to demanding environments
Application directionIntricate housings, covers and general die-cast components
Engineering review
Send the drawing, service environment, target material direction and annual volume for an engineering review.
Send the drawing, service environment and production requirements for an engineering review.