Die casting is the technology of choice for enclosures that demand precision, functionality, and durability—while offering attractive economics for small and medium production volumes.
Die casting offers unique advantages for the production of high-quality enclosures—especially when technical performance, precision, and cost-efficiency are required.
Die casting enables the production of enclosures with complex shapes, thin walls, and intricate internal structures in a single process step. Features such as mounting points, threads, cable entries, heat sinks, or sealing grooves can be integrated directly into the casting. This reduces the need for secondary machining and assembly, saving both time and cost.
The high-pressure injection of molten metal into steel molds ensures that each enclosure meets tight tolerances and consistent quality. This repeatability is essential for components that must fit precisely with electronic assemblies, connectors, or other system parts.
Die cast enclosures have smooth, dense surfaces that are ideal for further finishing processes such as powder coating, painting, or galvanic coatings. This not only enhances the appearance but also improves corrosion resistance and electrical shielding properties—important for industrial and electronic applications.
Die casting typically uses aluminum, magnesium, or zinc alloys, which combine light weight with high mechanical strength and excellent thermal conductivity. This makes die cast enclosures robust, durable, and suitable for demanding environments—offering effective protection for sensitive electronics and control systems.
Once the mold is made, die casting enables the economical production of large quantities with minimal per-part cost. For small and medium-sized batches, optimized tooling concepts (such as modular or multi-cavity molds) make die casting a cost-effective solution even for custom enclosures.
Technical buyers benefit from extensive design freedom—whether for custom branding, integrated EMC shielding, or special mounting features. Die casting supports rapid implementation of customer-specific requirements, from prototyping to series production.