Microstructure formation in high pressure die casting

In order to optimise the high pressure die casting (HPDC) process, more understanding of microstructure and defect formation is essential. This article gives an overview of the key microstructural features and the mechanisms of microstructure formation in this process. The incavity solidified grain...

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Published in:Transactions of the Indian Institute of Metals 2009-10, Vol.62 (4-5), p.499-503
Main Authors: Otarawanna, S., Gourlay, C. M., Laukli, H. I., Dahle, A. K.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Chemistry and Materials Science
Corrosion and Coatings
Materials Science
Metallic Materials
Tribology
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Summary:In order to optimise the high pressure die casting (HPDC) process, more understanding of microstructure and defect formation is essential. This article gives an overview of the key microstructural features and the mechanisms of microstructure formation in this process. The incavity solidified grain size in HPDC can be as low as 10 μm, but externally solidified crystals (ESCs) as large as 200 μm are often also present. The eutectic microstructure is very fine with an interlamellar spacing around 500 nm. Bands of positive macrosegregation and sometimes with cracks/porosity, so-called defect bands, are also often observed. Intensification pressure (IP) is one of the major factors governing the porosity level in the casting. At high IP, defect bands form in the gate region and appear to be assisting the feeding during the intensification stage.
ISSN:0972-2815
0975-1645
DOI:10.1007/s12666-009-0081-2