NEWS VACANCIES DOWNLOADS CONTACT US Surface Finishes As Cast “As cast” – parts removed directly from the mould have a surface finish equal to or better than 0.8 micrometres (32 micro inches); this finish may show variable colour. Chip Rumbling Removes any sharp edges left after linishing, leaving a surface suitable for most subsequent “finishing” processes. Shot Blasting Using stainless steel shot, is generally suitable for brass components and gives a slightly polished surface. Glass Bead Blasting Produces a more highly polished surface finish and is most suitable for aluminium parts. Special Surface Effects Such as textures and knurling can be incorporated within the Sylatech casting process. Automatic Grit Blasting Gives a uniform matt finish, suitable for most subsequent finishing operations. Examples of support using a side hole Applied Surface Treatments The following treatments can be applied: Alocrom1200/1000 / Chromate Conversion Surtec 650 Roche complaint processes which provide corrosion resistance to aluminium parts whilst providing an electrically conductive surface. Anodising For protective purposes can be carried out on aluminium alloy castings but cast alloys do not readily accept decorative anodised finishes due to the silicon content. Plating Can be applied to most alloys. Hipping (Hot Isostatic Pressing) Is used to improve the mechanical properties of aluminium castings by sealing internal voids. Impregnation Can be carried out on “as cast” or machined parts where pressure tightness is essential. Paint/Powder Coating For protection or visual purposes. Heat Treatment Various heat treatments can be applied to harden components. This is carried out generally to aid subsequent machining and enhance component stability. Suffixes to the material grade are used to denote the heat treatment carried out: UK and equivalent USA and EN suffixes are shown below: Treatments UK USA EN As cast/manufactured M F F Solution heat treated and artificially age hardened TB7 T4 T4 Artificially age hardened TE T5 T5 Solution heat treated and artificially age hardened TF T6 T6 Sylatech Design Guide DOWNLOAD THE DESIGN GUIDE Get in touch! Our sales team will be happy to discuss your requirements. CONTACT US TODAY QUICK LINKS About Us Contact Us Terms & Conditions STAY INFORMED By submitting my information I consent to the use of my personal information in accordance with the Privacy Statement and acknowledge that I have read and accepted this. CONTACT US Sylatech Limited, Kirkdale Road, Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire, YO62 6PX Phone: +44 (0) 1751 432 355 Email: engineer@sylatech.com © Copyright 2021 Ace Digital Design | All Rights Reserved | Articles Twitter LinkedIn Facebook Instagram