Die casting is an efficient, economical process offering a broader range of shapes and components than any other manufacturing technique. … Die casting provides complex shapes within closer tolerances than many other mass production processes. Die Castings are produced at high rates of production.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of die casting?

• Not applicable for high melting point metals and alloys (eg. steels)
• Large parts can not be cast.
• High die cost.
• Too long lead time.
• Some gases my be entrapped in form of porosity.

What are the advantages of die casting over sand casting?

Die casting provides a greater improved surface finish compared to sand casting. Thin sections of complex shapes can be produced efficiently using the die casting process. The more true shape can be created with close tolerance in die casting. Casting shapes produced by die casting are usually very less defective.