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ZAMAC AND OTHER ALLOYS

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Zamac and other Alloys

We offer a variety of alloys, with a particular focus on ZAMAC in our product portfolio. 

We offer different types, such as ZAMAC 2, 3, 5, and 7.

Each variation has unique properties suitable for different industries. We recommend consulting one of our advisors to determine the best fit for your specific needs.

ZAMAC

ZINSA

Zamac

DESCRIPTION
It is an alloy of zinc, aluminium, magnesium and copper. This alloy, depending on the percentages and end uses, can be ZAMAC 2, 3, 5, 7, Tonsul and other formulations according to your requirements.

Zinc alloys are used for injection moulding and die casting, depending on the amount of alloying elements it possesses, it can have different properties for a given use.

THE MOST COMMON ALLOYS ARE

Zamac 2: It is an injection moulding alloy that offers the highest strength and hardness, but its high copper content (3%) causes changes in its properties with prolonged use: dimensional growth 0.0014 mm/mm in 20 years, lower elongation and decrease in strength. It has excellent castability and is used in injection and gravity casting, it retains its strength and hardness when aged, it can be used for friction parts, avoiding the use of inserts or bushings in designs.
Zamac 3: It is recommended for injection molding, has good castability and high dimensional stability, and has an excellent balance between physical and mechanical properties. The surface finish is ideal for final coatings for electroplating, painting and other surface treatments. It is the most recommended zinc alloy for pressure injection.
Zamac 5: It has greater hardness and resistance than Zamac 3, this is due to the higher Cu content (1%), it has a better behaviour than Zamac 3 against deformations in time (creep). It is commonly used for injection, with excellent castability characteristics. Due to its greater hardness and mechanical resistance, it can be applied in smaller thicknesses, thus achieving the same mechanical properties as Zamac 3 and with a good surface finish.
Zamac 7: It has better flowability due to the lower magnesium content and the addition of nickel. For this reason it is used for thinner wall designs. It has higher ductility than Zamac 3, which makes it suitable for cases that require plastic deformation for subsequent assembly of the parts.

APPLICATION
The following are some of the industries where ZAMAC, in all its forms, can be used:

Automotive Industry: ZAMAC alloys are used in the manufacture of automotive parts, such as engine casings, gearboxes, transmission parts and brake system components.

Construction Industry: They are used in the manufacture of hardware, locks, door and window fittings, and piping system components.

Electronics and Consumer Electronics Industry: ZAMAC alloys are used for the manufacture of electronic device housings, connector components and audio and video equipment parts.

Hardware and Tools Industry: Used in the manufacture of hand tools, locks, hinges and other hardware products.

Jewellery Industry: In jewellery, they are used for the manufacture of fashion and costume jewellery parts due to their ease of moulding and decorative finishes.

Toy and Model Industry: ZAMAC alloys are used in the manufacture of toy components, scale models and collectible figures.

Foundry Industry: They are also used in the casting of other metal parts due to their flowability and precise casting.
It is important to note that different ZAMAC alloys (such as ZAMAC 2, 3, 5 and 7) may have slightly different properties, which may influence their suitability for specific applications in these industries. It is therefore essential to select the appropriate ZAMAC alloy according to the particular needs of each application.

STORAGE
Keep in a dry and warm place under cover.
Any ingot found to be wet should be allowed to dry before being placed in the foundry.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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