Shenzhen Alu Rapid Prototype Precision Co., Ltd.

Steel is not typically considered a material for die casting. 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 poses significant challenges:

High Melting Point: Steel’s high melting temperature requires specialized equipment capable of withstanding extreme heat, which is less common and more expensive than equipment used for die casting lower-melting-point metals like aluminum, zinc, or magnesium.

Tooling Wear: The high temperatures and pressures involved in casting steel would cause rapid wear and degradation of the die molds, making the process less cost-effective and practical.

Viscosity and Flow: Molten steel has higher viscosity compared to metals typically used in die casting, which affects its ability to flow into intricate molds, potentially leading to defects in the cast parts.

Instead, die casting is commonly used with non-ferrous metals like:

Aluminum: Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and widely used for automotive and consumer goods.

Zinc: Low melting point, excellent for small, detailed parts.

Magnesium: Lightweight with good strength, used in aerospace and electronics.