Aluminum die castings are all around us. Aluminum is the most common
element used in die casting. Aluminum die castings are primarily used
in the automotive industry for components in your car. (think engine
block and transmission housing). Other uses include heat sinks,
handles, valve bodies, light fixtures and many others. The benefits of
aluminum as a cast material are as follows:Lightweight,High
strength,High melting temperature,Corrosion resistance,Electrical
shielding properties,Good thermal conductivity,Recyclable etc. Commonly used materials for die-casting products are zinc alloys, aluminum alloys, magnesium alloys, and copper alloys.