PRECISION FORGING

Precision aluminum forging are aluminum metal components plastically deformed to a finished part shape, engineered and toleranced to require little, if any, subsequent processing. They are characterized by 0 and 1 degree draft angles, thin sections, small radii, excellent surface condition and often feature multiple parting lines, allowing horizontal as well as vertical projections while permitting optimum grain flow control.

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PRECISION ALUMINUM FORGING

Part geometries - back draft, lateral protrusions or undercuts can frequently be made without machining.

Tolerance control - dimensions are frequently held to substantially less than tolerances for conventional forging and often compare with those of a machined part.

Weight savings - part may be designed to actual requirements without production limitations.

Surfaces which usually require 3 - 6 degree draft may be specified 0 - degree. This permits mating with other parts without machining, as well as reduction in weight.

Proper placement of the parting line allows utilization of the most desirable grain flow and metallurgical characteristics.

End grain exposure is minimized.

Good reproducibility and surface finish.

Lower cost for the finished part.

Often shorter lead time than for machined forgings.

Usually no machining other than drilling attachment holes.

Reduced expenses for purchasing, administration and quality assurance through single source responsibility for the finished part.

Replacement of assemblies with a single part.