A356 T6 & A380 Aluminum Investment Castings - CT7-8 (ISO 8062) Precision, 30% Lighter for EV/Automotive/Aerospace | ASTM B265/IATF 16949

Our aluminum casting adopts advanced investment casting and die casting technology, focusing on lightweight, high-strength components for global automotive, aerospace, electronic and industrial machinery buyers. We specialize in A356 (T6 heat treated), A380, 6061 and custom aluminum alloys, with surface finish Ra 3.2-6.3micron, dimensional accuracy CT7-8 (ISO 8062), and excellent mechanical properties (up to 480MPa tensile strength), fully meeting ASTM B265, AMS, IATF 16949 and GB standards - full OEM/ODM support for EV battery housings, motor brackets and heat sink applications (30% weight reduction vs steel).

Aluminum Casting Products & Specifications (Global EV/Automotive/Aerospace)

Product Range (EV/Automotive/Aerospace Focus)

A356 T6 Aluminum Automotive/EV Castings - EV Battery Housings, Motor Brackets, Turbocharger Housings | ASTM B265/IATF 16949, 30% Weight Reduction

We provide custom aluminum castings for global high-end industries, focusing on lightweight and high-precision components that require excellent thermal conductivity (200W/m•K) and corrosion resistance:

  • EV Components: Battery housings, motor brackets, heat sinks (A356 T6 - 30% weight reduction vs steel, IATF 16949 certified)
  • Automotive Parts: Engine brackets (A356 T6), turbocharger housings, exhaust manifolds, brake calipers (A380 mass production - cost-effective)
  • Aerospace Components: Aircraft engine accessories (2024 alloy - 480MPa tensile strength), cabin parts, lightweight structural components (AMS certified)
  • Electronic Equipment: Heat sinks (6061 - 200W/m•K thermal conductivity), sensor housings, electronic enclosures (excellent heat dissipation)
  • Industrial Machinery: Hydraulic valve bodies (A380), pump parts, lightweight gears and brackets (cost-effective mass production)
  • Medical Equipment: Lightweight instrument housings (5052 marine grade), precision medical components (biocompatible)
  • Custom Components: OEM casting according to customer drawings (CT7-8 precision, 3-5 weeks lead time, 2 weeks for prototypes)

Material Specifications (Full Certification & Traceability)

High-Purity A356 T6 (AlSi7Mg), A380 (AlSi9Cu3), 6061 (AlMg1SiCu) Aluminum Casting Alloys | Full Material Certification & Spectrometer Testing

We select high-purity aluminum raw materials with stable chemical composition and excellent casting performance for global clients (full material certification & spectrometer testing):

  1. Aluminum-Silicon Alloys: A356 (AlSi7Mg) - T6 heat treatment for peak strength (320MPa), A380 (AlSi9Cu3) - excellent castability for mass production, A413 (AlSi11)
  2. Aluminum-Magnesium Alloys: 5052 (marine grade corrosion resistance), 5083 (offshore applications), 6061 (AlMg1SiCu) - weldable/high corrosion resistance, 6063 (extrudable)
  3. Aluminum-Copper Alloys: 2014, 2024 (high-strength for aerospace applications - 480MPa tensile strength, AMS certified)
  4. Custom Aluminum Alloys: Tailored according to global customer requirements for specific performance (corrosion/strength/thermal conductivity - EV/aerospace grade)

All materials pass strict spectrometer chemical composition testing and tensile strength verification (per ASTM B265), ensuring stable quality and reliable performance for international EV/automotive/aerospace markets.

Technical Parameters (International Standards Compliance)

Aluminum Casting Technical Parameters - CT7-8 (ISO 8062), Ra 3.2-6.3¦Ìm Finish, 2.7g/cm3 Density | ¡À0.1mm Tolerance (EV/Automotive/Aerospace)

Our aluminum casting adheres to strict international technical standards to meet the requirements of global high-end EV/automotive/aerospace applications:

  • Dimensional Accuracy: CT7-8 (ISO 8062) - micron-level precision control (±0.1mm tolerance for critical dimensions)
  • Surface Finish: Ra 3.2-6.3micron (Ra 1.6micron available with precision polishing and anodizing up to 50micron thickness)
  • Casting Weight: 0.05kg (micro-components) - 200kg (large structural parts for aerospace/industrial machinery)
  • Wall Thickness: Minimum 1.5mm (uniform thickness with ±0.1mm tolerance - no porosity for pressure applications)
  • Heat Treatment: T6 tempering (peak strength for A356), solution annealing, natural aging (T4), artificial aging (T5)
  • NDT Testing: RT (Radiographic), UT (Ultrasonic), MT (Magnetic Particle), PT (Liquid Penetrant) - per aerospace/automotive industry requirements
  • Density: 2.7g/cm3 (30-40% lighter than steel castings - ideal for EV weight reduction and fuel efficiency improvement)
  • Thermal Conductivity: 200W/m•K (4x higher than steel) - perfect for EV/electronic heat dissipation components

Product Advantages (For Global EV/Automotive/Aerospace Buyers)

Aluminum Casting Advantages - 30% Lighter than Steel, 200W/m¡¤K Thermal Conductivity, 15-20% Lower Cost than European/US Suppliers (EV/Automotive)

Aluminum casting from Shandong Derick has unique advantages for global EV/automotive/aerospace buyers in lightweight, performance and cost, surpassing traditional casting processes:

  • Lightweight: 30-40% lighter than steel castings, reducing overall product weight and energy consumption (critical for EV range improvement and automotive fuel efficiency)
  • Excellent Thermal Conductivity: 200W/m•K (4x higher than steel) - ideal for heat dissipation components in EV battery systems and automotive/electronic products
  • Corrosion Resistance: Good resistance to atmospheric and mild chemical corrosion, can be enhanced with anodizing (up to 50micron thickness - marine/aerospace grade)
  • High Precision: Complex EV/automotive/aerospace structures can be formed in one piece, reducing assembly steps and machining costs by 30-50%
  • Good Machinability: Easy to process, polish and surface treat (anodizing, powder coating, electroplating, etc. - meets global aesthetic/functional requirements)
  • Cost-Effective: Short production cycle (3-5 weeks for mass production, 2 weeks for prototypes), suitable for high-volume EV/automotive production, competitive price (15-20% lower than European/US suppliers)
  • Global Compliance: Meet ASTM B265, AMS, IATF 16949 standards - seamless integration into global supply chains for EV/automotive/aerospace industries

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