Custom Die Casting Services
High Quality Die Cast Metal Parts.
Our On-Demand Manufacturing Services
UTM offers high-precision machining backed by an incredible breadth of manufacturing capabilities. Whether you need prototyping or mass production, our experts utilize advanced technologies to craft products with intricate geometries and superior aesthetics. From complex components to highly-finished parts, we deliver an extensive range of on-demand machining services. Leverage our skilled manufacturing prowess to bring your designs to life with uncompromising quality.
CNC Machining
CNC Milling
CNC Turning
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Die Casting materials
We can generate instant machining quotes for 50+ metals and plastics.
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Type |
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Aluminum |
Aluminum A360.0 |
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Zinc |
Zinc Alloy 2 |
We can source any other material on request, but quotes take up to 48 hours.
Die Casting Surface Finishes
We can instantly quote a wide variety of post-machining surface finishes.
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Applicable Materials |
Machining marks |
Tolerances |
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As machined |
Metals, Plastics |
Visible, light surface scratches |
Tolerances are not affected |
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Bead blasting |
Metals |
Removed for non-cosmetic, removed on primary surfaces for cosmetic |
Not affected except for specific features |
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Anodizing Type II |
Aluminum |
Reduced for non-cosmetic, removed on primary surfaces for cosmetic |
Met after anodizing |
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Anodizing Type III |
Aluminum |
Visible under anodizing |
Met after anodizing |
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Powder coating |
Metals |
Removed |
Met before powder coating |
What is Die Casting?
Die casting is a versatile, reliable, and accurate manufacturing process for producing high volumes of complex metal parts. It minimizes the need for secondary operations, although post-machining is often used to achieve tighter tolerances. Die cast parts can be post-processed to match the finishes of their CNC machined counterparts.
Like injection molding, die casting requires a mold tool called a die, which can have single or multiple cavities. The process works well for softer alloys like aluminum and zinc due to their lower melting temperatures. Molten metal is injected into the die cavity, taking the shape of the part and solidifying before removal. Die casting can be low- or high-pressure, using a ladle or plunger to deposit metal, and it excels at producing complex, tight-tolerance parts repeatedly in high volumes.
Modern techniques like squeeze casting and semi-solid metal casting enhance the quality of die cast parts for nearly every industry. Die casting companies often specialize in specific alloys, with aluminum making up about 80% of die cast parts.
Types of Die Casting
Hot Chamber Die Casting
Hot chamber die casting, also known as gooseneck casting, is the most widely used die casting process. It is particularly well-suited for working with alloys that have lower melting points, such as zinc, magnesium, and lead. In this process, a holding pot is filled with metal and heated until it becomes molten, either by an attached or built-in furnace. The hot chamber system features a unique component called the gooseneck, which forms a holding chamber within the pot and a nozzle-like pathway that connects to the injection cavity of the fixed half of the die. A plunger positioned above the chamber allows it to be filled with molten metal from the holding pot. When the chamber is loaded, the plunger descends, forcing the molten material up the gooseneck and into the die cavity. The mold is held together under pressure while the metal cools and solidifies. Once the metal has cooled sufficiently, the dies open, and the casted piece is ejected using ejector pins.
Cold Chamber Die Casting
In contrast to hot chamber die casting, the cold chamber die casting process involves a chamber that remains at room temperature and does not have a holding pot of molten metal. Instead, the metal is melted in a separate furnace and manually deposited into the shot chamber through a pouring hole using a ladle. In cold chamber die casting, the mold is directly connected to the shot chamber, eliminating the need for a plunger system. A ram is employed to force the molten metal into the mold, where it is held under high pressure as the metal solidifies. This type of die casting is more suitable for materials with comparatively higher melting temperatures, such as aluminum.
Features of Die Casting
UTM Die Casting Shops
About Us
UTM Precision Machining, located in Qingdao China, offers precision CNC milling and turning services for innovative companies around the world. We work with you through every stage of product development and have a team of highly-trained technicians to help you bring your product ideas to life. Whether you need a custom prototype or low-volume production for up to 1000+ units, our service is second to none. With a strong emphasis on quality control, we get the job done right, every time. We’ll go above and beyond to help you bring your product ideas to life!
Why Choose us
Why Choose Us
Manufactured by UTM
Work With Numerous Industries
From prototyping to production, UTM ensures superior quality and reliable functionality. With a wide selection of production-grade metal and plastic materials as well as highly advanced on-demand manufacturing techniques, we offer high-quality products across several industries.
Automotive
Our low-volume manufacturing services is the ideal manufacturing solution for on demand automotive parts.
Aerospace
The durability and precision that our precison manufacturing services provide meets the sophisticated needs the different phases of the aerospace industry required.
Medical Devices
Medical supplies manufacturers, tech startups, and research labs benefit significantly from the prototyping solutions we provide.
Consumer Goods
Strong partnerships with leading consumer manufacturers help us accelerate the prototyping process and improve the consumer goods industry.
Robotics
Our industrial-grade robotics prototyping and parts manufacturing services aid in the continuous evolution of the robotics market.
Industrial machinery
Multiple material choices make industrial parts more competitive.
Quality Services
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