NADCA Product Specification Standards for Die Castings Produced by the Semi-Solid and Squeeze Cast Processes

This manual covers specification, design and production guidance for both users and manufacturers of die castings produced by the semi-solid and squeeze castings processes. The manual presents both standard and precision tolerances. Revisions for this edition include: updated characteristics charts that compare semi-solid and squeeze castings to other processes; additional examples of castings; a new simplified formula for calculating draft angle; and information on “Tools for improving Product Integrity” and “First Article Inspection Requirements”.

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Overview
1 High Integrity High Pressure (HIHP) Casting Processes Semi-Solid Metal (SSM) and Squeeze Casting
2 Heat Treatment and Temper Designations for SSM and Squeeze Casting
3 Chemical, Mechanical & Physical Properties of Semi-Solid & Squeeze Casting
4 Engineering & Design: Coordinate Dimensioning
5 Engineering & Design: Geometric Dimensioning
6 Engineering & Design: Additional Specification Guidelines
7 Semi-Solid Metal & Squeeze Casting Examples
8 Commercial Practices
9 Glossary