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Steel is not typically considered a die-casting material. Die casting is a manufacturing process that involves injecting molten metal into a mold under high pressure to produce precise, complex parts. While steel can be cast using other methods like sand casting or investment casting, it is rarely used in die casting due to its high melting point (around 2,500–2,800°F or 1,370–1,540°C), which makes it challenging to work with in standard die-casting equipment. The high temperatures required for steel can also significantly reduce the lifespan of the molds, which are typically made from tool steel and designed for lower-melting-point metals.

Common die-casting materials include:

Aluminum: Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and widely used for automotive and aerospace parts.

Zinc: Low melting point, high precision, and excellent for small, intricate parts.

Magnesium: Lightest die-casting metal, used for applications requiring low weight.

Copper: Less common, used for high-strength, wear-resistant parts.

Some specialized processes, like hot chamber die casting or thixocasting, can handle steel alloys with lower melting points or semi-solid states, but these are not standard die-casting methods. For steel, forging or machining is often preferred for high-precision parts due to better control over material properties and mold durability.