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A Comparison of Thixo Molding to Other Processes
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Casting Type |
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Characteristic
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Thixo Molding Magnesium
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Die Cast Magnesium
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Plastic Injection Molding
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Die Cast Aluminum
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Semi Solid Molding Aluminum
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Die Composition
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Treated Steel
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Treated Steel
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Treated steel
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Treated steel
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Treated steel
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Die Cost
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Highest
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High
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Moderate
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High
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High
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Die Life
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Highest
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High
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Highest
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Moderate
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Moderate
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Die Development Time (P.O. to sample)
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8-18 wks
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8-18 wks
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5-20 wks
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10-18 wks
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10-18 wks
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Die Modification Costs ($)
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High
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High
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High
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High
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High
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Section Thickness
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.025 min
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.040 min
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.060 min
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.080 min
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.080 min
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Casting Temp. F
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1000-1100
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1100-1200
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600-800
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1200-1300
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1100
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Surface Finish
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Best
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Best
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Alloy Selectivity
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Limited
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Fair
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Excellent
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Good
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Limited
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Density
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Best
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Fair
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Fair
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Better
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Best
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Heat Treatable
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No
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No
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No
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No
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Yes
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Dimensional Stability
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Excellent
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Good
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Fair
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Insert Capable
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Net Shape Capability
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Best
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Better
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Best
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Better
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Better
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High Volume Production Capability
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
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