Zinc

Zinc die casting offers superior strength and durability compared to other methods of manufacturing by producing complex parts rapidly and using less energy while maintaining excellent surface finish.

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Why ChooseZinc?Despite being heavier than other alloys, zinc’s lower melting point reduces energy consumption during production, and its suitability for die casting often replaces more complex and expensive processes.

150+ conventional machines 20t to 350t
450+ multi-slide machines 4t to 65t
Cost-effective
Enhanced strength and hardness
Excellent electrical conductivity
High thermal conductivity
Corrosion resistance
High dimensional accuracy and stability
Excellent thin wall capability
Cold form ability to ease joining
High quality finishing characteristics
Full recyclability

Zinc Die CastingTechnologiesZinc die casting is compatible with a variety of different casting technologies.

Multi-Slide Die Casting
Hot Chamber Die Casting
Sub Assembly
Overmolding
Insert Molding/IMA

ZincAlloysWe offer a range of zinc alloys customized with distinct properties, tailored to deliver specific outcomes and benefits:

Zamak 2
Zamak 3
Zamak 5
Zamak 7
Zamak 8
ACuZinc5
EZAC
ZA 27
BERIC
ZP2
ZP3
ZP5
ZP8
ZP27
ZL2
ZL3
ZL5
ZL7
ZL8
ZL27
ZDC1
ZDC2

Performance Metals

Alloy Properties and Applications

Zamak 2

Zinc Alloy 2, also known as Kirksite or Zamak 2 (ASTM AC43A), is the highest strength and hardest of the Zamak family.

Zamak 3

Zamak 3 (ASTM AG40A), or Zinc Alloy 3, is the most widely used zinc alloy in North America and is usually the first choice when considering zinc for die casting for a number of reasons.

Zamak 5

Zamak 5 (ASTM AC41A) or Zinc Alloy 5, is the most widely used zinc alloy in Europe.

Zamak 7

Zamak 7 (ASTM AG40B), or Zinc Alloy 7, is a modification of Zamak 3. It is a high-purity alloy containing lower magnesium content and has a tighter impurities specification. This results in improved casting fluidity, ductility and surface finish.

Zamak 8

ZA-8, or zinc aluminum alloy, contains significantly more aluminum than the Zamak group of alloys. ZA-8 contains approximately 8.4% aluminum and is the only ZA alloy that can be hot-chamber die cast, an important consideration when selecting a material for a component.

ACuZinc5

ACuZinc5 is an alloy researched and developed by General Motors. It is best known for its creep performance, surface hardness, and lubricity.

EZAC

EZAC is a hot-chamber zinc die casting alloy with superior creep resistance, high yield strength, and high hardness.

Zamak 27

ZA-27, or zinc aluminum alloy, contains significantly more aluminum than the Zamak group of alloys. The number 27 represents the approximate percentage of aluminum.

BERIC

Superior zinc-based alloy in terms of wear resistance, tensile strength, hardness, and mechanical properties.

Kayem

Kayem is a zinc-based alloy primarily composed of zinc, aluminum, and copper. It's often referred to as Mazak 2.

ZP0410

ZP0410 is a reliable and versatile zinc alloy that provides a good balance of properties for many die casting applications in the automotive, electronics and hardware industries.