Pressure Die Casting Services at Any Volume, Global Delivery

At TEAM RAPID we specialize in high-precision pressure die casting services, designed to meet the needs of manufacturers across North America and Europe. With a full spectrum of capability—from aluminum and zinc alloys to finished, ready-to-assemble components—we help you scale from prototypes to high-volume production with speed and efficiency.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive pressure die casting from tooling to finished part, based on decades of industry experience

• Aluminum die casting: lightweight, high strength, excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance — suited for automotive, aerospace, LED lighting and beyond

• Zinc die casting: excellent surface finish, high ductility and impact resistance — ideal when aesthetics and fine detail matter

• Global supply chain and logistics support, ensuring delivery from Asia to the US/European markets without bottlenecks

• Options for low-volume runs as well as full mass production, giving you flexibility at every stage of your product lifecycle

What Is Pressure Die Casting

Pressure die casting is an advanced metal manufacturing process that uses high pressure to inject molten metal into a precisely machined steel mold, known as a die. The result is a high-strength, dimensionally accurate metal part with an excellent surface finish and repeatable consistency. This process is ideal for mass production of aluminum, zinc, and magnesium components used across the automotive, electronics, aerospace, and industrial sectors.

Depending on the type of metal, production speed, and required part quality, there are two main types of pressure die casting processes—hot chamber and cold chamber die casting. Each method offers distinct advantages, making it suitable for different alloys, applications, and performance requirements.

1. Hot Chamber Die Casting

Hot chamber die casting is the most common process for casting low-melting-point metals, such as zinc, magnesium, and certain lead-based alloys. In this process, the injection system (gooseneck) is submerged in the molten metal, allowing the metal to be injected directly into the die cavity quickly and efficiently.

How It Works

1. The molten metal is held in an integrated furnace attached to the machine.

2. A piston forces the metal through the gooseneck and nozzle into the die cavity.

3. The molten metal solidifies under pressure, forming a precise, durable part.

4. The die opens, and ejector pins release the finished casting.

Advantages

• Fast cycle times:Shorter casting cycles (2–5 seconds) enable high production rates.

• Excellent surface quality:Produces smooth surfaces suitable for plating or painting.

• Long tool life:Lower temperatures reduce wear on the die and injection components.

• Cost-effective:Ideal for small-to-medium parts in large quantities.

Common Alloys

• Zinc (Zamak 3, Zamak 5)

• Magnesium (AZ91D)

• Lead and tin alloys

Typical Applications

• Electrical components

• Decorative fittings

• Automotive interior parts

• Precision connectors and enclosures

2. Cold Chamber Die Casting

Cold chamber die casting is used for high-melting-point metals such as aluminum, copper, and magnesium alloys that would otherwise damage a submerged injection system. In this process, the molten metal is poured into a separate shot chamber before being injected into the die under high pressure.

How It Works

1. Molten metal is ladled into the shot chamber from an external furnace.

2. A hydraulic piston injects the metal into the steel die at high pressure (typically 10,000–25,000 psi).

3. The metal rapidly cools and solidifies within the mold.

4. The die opens, and the solidified casting is ejected for trimming and finishing.

Advantages

• Handles high-melting-point alloys:Ideal for aluminum and copper components.

• Strong and durable parts:Excellent mechanical properties and dimensional accuracy.

• Corrosion-resistant results:Aluminum and magnesium alloys are lightweight and strong.

• Flexible production:Suitable for both low and high-volume manufacturing.

Common Alloys

• Aluminum (A380, ADC12, A360)

• Copper and brass

• Magnesium (AM60B, AZ91)

Typical Applications

• Automotive engine and transmission housings

• Aerospace components

• Heat sinks and lighting housings

• Structural brackets and enclosures

Selecting the right process ensures optimal part quality, production efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Why High Pressure Die Casting in China

Choosing high pressure die casting (HPDC) in China gives manufacturers around the world access to advanced technology, skilled engineering talent, and highly competitive production costs. Over the last two decades, China has become a global hub for high pressure die casting, delivering millions of precision-engineered aluminum and zinc components to customers across industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical devices, and electronics.

1. Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities

China’s die casting industry has made huge progress in both technology and quality control. Modern factories now operate with fully automated HPDC machines ranging from 250 to 6,000 tons, capable of producing small intricate components to large structural castings for electric vehicles.

Key technological advantages include:

• Vacuum die casting systems for low porosity and improved mechanical properties.

• Robotic automation for injection, trimming, and part handling.

• Computer-aided mold design and simulation software(CAD/CAE) for improved accuracy.

• CNC machining centers for precision finishing and tight tolerance control.

These advancements allow Chinese suppliers to produce high-performance, lightweight, and complex metal parts that meet international standards.

2. Cost Efficiency and Scalability

One of the biggest reasons global companies choose HPDC in China is cost efficiency. With optimized production lines, lower labor costs, and integrated supply chains, Chinese foundries offer significant  savings compared to Western suppliers — without sacrificing quality.

In addition, China provides flexibility across all production volumes:

• Low-volume die casting for prototypes and pilot runs.

• Mass production for global OEM and Tier-1 suppliers.

• Tooling and mold production in-house to reduce lead time and cost.

This scalability makes China ideal for companies seeking both speed and cost control.

3. Strong Supply Chain and Material Availability

China has developed one of the world’s most complete metal manufacturing ecosystems, with easy access to raw materials such as aluminum, zinc, and magnesium alloys. Foundries work closely with local toolmakers, surface finishing specialists, and logistics providers, forming a seamless production network.

This integrated supply chain ensures:

• Shorter lead times from tooling to final delivery.

• Consistent material quality through standardized alloy grades (e.g., ADC12, A380).

• Efficient global shipping via established export channels to the USA and Europe.

4. High Quality and International Standards

Modern Chinese die casting companies follow strict quality assurance systems such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and ISO 14001. Many plants are equipped withCMM inspection,X-ray flaw detection, and pressure testing equipment to ensure every part meets the design and performance requirements. Continuous quality monitoring throughout the production process allows Chinese HPDC suppliers to meet the expectations of automotive, aerospace, and industrial clients worldwide.

5. Innovation and Lightweight Design Leadership

Driven by the electric vehicle (EV)and green energy industries, Chinese die casting factories are investing heavily in lightweight design and mega casting technologies. These allow production of large, one-piece aluminum components — such as EV chassis and battery housings — that reduce vehicle weight and improve energy efficiency. By adopting AI-based process control, smart data monitoring, and recycled aluminum alloys, China’s HPDC industry is moving toward sustainable and intelligent manufacturing, making it an ideal long-term partner for international customers.

6. Partnering with TEAM RAPID

As one of the leading high pressure die casting suppliers in China,TEAM RAPID provides complete one-stop solutions— from tool design and rapid prototyping toCNC finishing and assembly. We work closely with clients in the USA and Europe to deliver custom aluminum and zinc die cast parts that meet tight deadlines, strict tolerances, and global quality standards.

Our strengths include:

• Skilled engineering team with decades of HPDC experience

• In-house tooling and rapid prototyping development

• Strong quality control and inspection system

• Fast lead times and cost-effective solutions for global clients

Whether you’re launching a new product or scaling up production, TEAM RAPID helps you transform your ideas into precision metal components with unmatched speed, reliability, and value.

High Pressure Die Casting Capabilities at TEAM RAPID

At TEAM RAPID, we specialize in both hot chamber and cold chamber high pressure die casting for aluminum and zinc alloys. With advanced equipment, in-house tooling, and precision machining, we deliver high-quality parts that meet international standards. See our capabilities below:

Working Flows from Ordering to Delivery:

Aluminum Die Casting

Aluminum die casting is the most common casting method, and you can find metal parts made of aluminum materials in various products. This metal is lightweight and durable, perfect for manufacturers to use as the primary metal material to produce metal parts and components. It is also corrosion-resistant, which makes this metal a preferable material for various industrial applications. The characteristics of aluminum die casting parts:

· Cold-chamber process

· High dimensional stability in Aluminum Die Casting

· Excellent thermal and electrical conductivity

· Good corrosion resistance

· Good strength-to-weight ratio

· Can be highly polished

· Ideal for complex geometries

Zinc Die Casting

Another common metal material you can use for die cast is zinc. Zinc is used for various metal parts in the medical and molding die cast car industries, such as die cast cars, die cart trucks, galvanized chamber etc. For the best aesthetics, zinc is the preferred material for die-casting. Also, you can add the plating on the zinc surface to polish the resulting parts. Here are the characteristics of zinc die casting parts

· High ductility

· High density

· Great impact resistance

· Easiest cast ability

· Excellent surface properties

·Low melting point and longer life span

· Hot-chamber process

· Avoid corrosion by coating

· Can make parts with very thin walls in Zinc Die Casting

· Suitable for plating

Die Casting Benefits

In rapid manufacturing, die cast offers various benefits that other manufacturing methods can’t provide. By casting, you can create multiple die casting models with complex shapes and designs. Also, you can produce metal prototypes and hardware parts with a faster rate of production compared to the other manufacturing processes.

● Variety of materials

There are various metal materials you can use for casting, which you can use for different purposes. For instance, you can use copper materials to create metal components with high electric conductivity.

● Complex designs

You can molding die cast car using complex die-cast cars or truck designs. You can make various steel molds for die casting depending on your design requirements.

● Fast production

The production speed is quite fast when you use the metals die cast method. Not only fast but die casting is also an affordable production process you can use to manufacture metal parts in large volumes and at the lowest expenses.

● Smoother surfaces

The production result of the metal die cast will have smoother surfaces compared to the other manufacturing methods. It can make each metal part look more polished in molding die cast cars.

High Pressure Die Casting at TEAM Rapid

Professional Die Casting Manufacturing Services

1. TEAM Rapid expertise in die casting mold fabrication and casting parts manufacturing.

2. We offer professional metal die casting services to start at the quotation stage and aim to save your time and money, allowing for a rapid, accurate tooling cycle from design to first article acceptance and stable, qualified production.

3. TEAM Rapid equips with a series of post machining and finishing machine such as CNC milling machine, CNC turning machine, sand blasting machine etc to raise the production efficiency. 

4. Our team of experts is always ready to guide you, including ideas, design, creation, prototyping, production, testing, inspection, and shipping. Contact us now.

See Our OEM Die Casting Models and Projects

Our project managers at TEAM Rapid work with a range of product developers, product designers, entrepreneurs, and engineers worldwide to help them make high-quality die casting models and products. Please look at examples of pressure die casting projects we've worked on and see how they were made. And some other projects in different processes:

Lounge Chair Fame - Case Study

Electric Kettle Base - Case Study

Cooling Conditioner Fan Back Cover - Case Study

Our customers come from different industries. Here we have a statistic that most of our projects are for the four sectors below:

● Automotive - Molding Die Cast Car.

In the automotive industry, casting is a standard manufacturing method used to mold die cast cars and produce various die cast model cars and components. These parts include vehicle gears, transfer cases, vehicle engines, cylinders, and many others. Manufacturers can use different metal materials depending on their uses in the vehicle assembly process.

● Consumer products.

Many consumer products also use alloy die casting for their part or component production. For instance, faucets, heat sinks, and compressor pistons are everyday objects that use die casting in their production process.

● Construction.

In construction, you can use aluminum pressure die casting in various products, such as metal fixtures, fasteners, hand tools, and many others.

● Medical.

In the medical field, you can find die casting models or objects made with the die casting process, such as medical trays, tools, blood pressure monitors, and various medical equipment.

Making Your Plastic Parts and Metal Parts Under One Roof

As one of the best die cast manufacturers, TEAM Rapid has expertise in not only Die Casting Parts manufacturing but also plastic parts fabrication. Our rich experienced engineers can understand your design purposes well and always offer multiple proposals to make your parts quickly and cost-effectively. We know how to adjust the plastic or metal parts to make them assemble and work perfectly, saving you time and investment initially. 

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