Casting Study: Microprocessor Protection Housing

Major Selection Criteria: Complex Shape, Dimensional Precision
Alloy: Zamak 5 (ZL5, ZL0410, ZnAI4Cu1, alloy 5)
Application Field: Electrical/Electronics
Application Size: 250 x 200 x 140 x (1.5-2.0) mm / 9.84 x 7.87 x 5.51 x (0.06-0.08) inches
Surface Finish: Other
Casting Technique: Pressure Die Casting
Source: A.M.I. Fonderie

micropr2_photo2_caseID106This part can be created in large production volumes. Assembly is uncomplicated even with complex shapes, competing with pressed steel sheet. Zinc castings’ superior thermal conductivity permits faster and greater heat dissipation provided by thinner radiating fins, complementing the repetitive and stable dimensional precision for the assembly of various components.