Aluminum Investment Castings
Overcoming Steel's Weight Problem
On a pound for pound basis, aluminum investment castings are stronger than steel and have greater heat dispersion capabilities. Aluminum investment castings are ideal for weight reduction applications in the aerospace, marine, military, medical, and automotive industries.
Precision Castings of Tennessee specializes in producing near-net shapes of virtually any aluminum casting within 0 to 30 lbs, sometimes condensing multiple parts into a single assembly.
- Intricate, near-net shape parts without secondary machining
- Easily convert multiple parts into single assemblies
- Thin walls for weight reduction opportunities
- Surface texture of 125 RMS or better
- Tolerances within +/- .005 inches per linear inch
- Highly complex dimensional geometry
From concept to completion, PCT ensures that aluminum investment castings meet the form, fit, and function of your design.
Form – Unique physical characteristics of aluminum investment castings
Aluminum investment castings enjoy a high level of corrosion resistance with proper coatings, and are suitable for high pressure applications once impregnated (anodized aluminum.)
Fit – How we make aluminum castings work for you
Investment casting generally eliminates costly machining requirements. The result is lower labor costs and stronger, more accurate parts with higher levels of repeatability.
We provide various aluminum heat treating services for aluminum hardening and softening, including T2 annealing, T4 solution treatment & natural aging, T6 solution treatment & artificial aging, and T61 solution quenching & aging.
Function – Real-world aluminum casting examples
Aluminum's unique weight properties and resistance to corrosion make it ideal for a variety of industries. Aluminum investment castings are commonly used for medical equipment, military munitions, electronics, and aircraft parts.
Contact us for more information on lightweight aluminum investment castings or to request a quote.
| Aluminum Investment Casting Alloys |
| AMS 4260, ASTM B-618, QQ-A596 |