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  1. kc2ilq

    Matching an Aluminum alloy to ZAMAC 5 properties

    Thanks for another extremely helpful response! We are making parts with very intricate shapes and thin sections (<1mm) for the consumer goods / general merchandise industry. Therefore, I do not believe that 518.0 will be suitable (solely based on the previous reply). If I use A380, can I...
  2. kc2ilq

    Matching an Aluminum alloy to ZAMAC 5 properties

    Thanks so much for your helpful response. I have already received confirmation from my factory that they are able to cast the parts in aluminum, but they were unsure of what alloy to use for the initial tests. I will have them begin with A380.0F for testing, and we'll go from there. Thanks...
  3. kc2ilq

    Matching an Aluminum alloy to ZAMAC 5 properties

    Hi! I'm working on a design of an aluminum component that will allow me to phase out my current ZAMAC 5 product. I'd like to switch to Aluminum for several reasons, including the weight of the finished item, as well as the ability to anodize. However, I can not jeopardize the physical...

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