High-Quality Aluminium Gravity & Pressure Die-Castings
Expocet Ltd provides expert sourcing and supply of high-grade Aluminium Die-Castings, offering both Gravity and High-Pressure manufacturing routes. These processes are the industry standard for producing lightweight, high-strength components with excellent dimensional repeatability and "near-net-shape" accuracy.
Our manufacturing partners are ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 certified, ensuring that all automotive and industrial components meet the most rigorous global quality standards.
Technical Capabilities & Processes
We offer a versatile range of die-casting solutions tailored to your specific volume and complexity requirements:
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Gravity Die-Casting (GDC): * Weight Range: 0.2kg – 80kg
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Best For: Medium volumes and components requiring superior mechanical properties or heat treatment (e.g., T6).
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Advantages: Lower tooling costs compared to pressure die-casting and the ability to use sand cores for complex internal cavities.
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High-Pressure Die-Casting (HPDC):
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Weight Range: 0.05kg – 15kg
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Best For: High-volume production runs (thousands to millions).
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Advantages: Rapid cycle times, exceptionally thin wall sections, and superior surface finishes that often eliminate the need for secondary finishing.
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Aluminium Alloy Expertise
We supply a wide variety of international standard alloys to suit specific environmental and structural needs, including:
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LM6 / LM25: Exceptional corrosion resistance and weldability.
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LM24 / A380: The standard for high-pressure casting, offering excellent fluidity and mechanical strength.
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Specialist Alloys: High-thermal conductivity alloys for heat sinks and electronics.
A Complete "Line-Ready" Solution
Expocet manages the entire manufacturing lifecycle to deliver fully finished components ready for your assembly line:
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Precision Machining: In-house CNC milling and turning to achieve microns-level tolerances.
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Surface Treatments: Including shot blasting, powder coating, anodising, and chromating for enhanced durability and aesthetics.
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Assembly & Sub-Assembly: We can provide individual components or complete sub-assemblies, including the insertion of helicoils, bearings, and seals.
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Impregnation: Vacuum impregnation services to ensure pressure tightness for fluid-handling components.
Industry Sectors Supplied
Our aluminium die-castings are critical to sectors where weight reduction and precision are paramount:
- Automotive & EV: Powertrain components, battery housings, and structural brackets.
- Lighting & Electronics: LED housings, heat sinks, and telecommunications enclosures.
- Hand Tools & Appliances: Lightweight, ergonomic housings for professional equipment.
- Pumps & Valves: Pressure-tight bodies for domestic and industrial fluid systems.
- Aerospace: High-strength, weight-optimised interior and structural parts.