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alloy 3

zinc alloy
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Alloy 3 is a high-purity zinc alloy primarily used in pressure die-casting. This automated process involves injecting molten alloy into a steel die, where it rapidly solidifies, producing components with excellent dimensional stability and surface quality.1

Key characteristics of Alloy 3 include:
* Composition: Primarily zinc with additions of aluminum (4%) and magnesium (0.04%).1
* Applications: Widely used in the automotive industry for plated components, carburetors, and trim. It's also found in domestic appliances, locks, door handles, bathroom fittings, and toys.1
* Properties: Offers good dimensional stability and surface quality, making it suitable for decorative finishes when plated.1

Alloy 3 is one of the most commonly used zinc casting alloys, valued for its efficiency in high-volume production.1

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  1. zinc processing - Casting alloys
  2. zinc processing
  3. zinc
  4. aluminum processing - Wrought alloys

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