Technical Dictionary
First-hand expertise – in our new technical dictionary, we explain the most important terms relating to metal casting.
Compact, understandable, and practical!
Precise. Economical. Sustainable.
Warum Kokillenguss von MKB die bessere Wahl gegenüber Schmiedeteilen ist
Your requirements => High-quality components made from copper-based materials
Copper alloys are often the first choice for many different applications.
The right manufacturing process is crucial here—it has a significant impact on quality, costs, and sustainability.
Two technologies, two philosophies: forged parts or die casting?
Comparison: Forged parts vs. die casting (MKB)
| criterion | Die casting (MKB) | forged parts |
|---|---|---|
| dimensional tolerances | ±0.3% to ±0.8 mm (according to DIN EN ISO 8062-3, DCTG 5–8) | ±0.5% to ±1 mm (according to DIN 7526 / EN 10243) |
| Geometric freedom | Highly complex shapes, cavities, and ribs possible | Highly restricted – simple shapes preferred |
| tooling costs | Low investment, quickly adaptable | High tooling and setup costs (forging dies) |
| series sizes | Ideal for small to medium series | Only economical in large-scale production |
| surface quality | 20–50 µm – often ready for installation without reworking | 50–100 µm – post-processing often necessary |
| Mechanical properties | Very good – thanks to targeted solidification and suitable alloys | Very good – through forming structure |
| Delivery time / flexibility | Fast, short development cycles | Long – complex tooling, time-consuming adjustment |
Sustainability and recycling: your advantage with MKB
| Aspect | Die casting (MKB) | Forged parts |
|---|---|---|
| Residual material | Casting system (sprue, feeder, etc.) | Burrs/forging edges (“excess forming material”) |
| Recycling process | Directly in the factory, | Must be chamfered, collected, and processed externally |
| Energy/resource consumption | 100% recyclable without loss of quality | Higher – additional energy consumption and transport |
| Logistics costs | Efficient – closed cycle | Additional processes and service providers required |
| Sustainability factor | No additional transport | Lower – systemically more energy- and cost-intensive |
Your advantage:
MKB manufactures with a lower CO₂ footprint – and all without compromising on quality.
Your advantages with MKB die casting at a glance
- High dimensional accuracy and reproducibility
- Design freedom for complex geometries
- Economical even for small series
- Flexible delivery times and quick modification options
- Excellent surfaces and good mechanical properties
- Sustainable production process with complete in-house recycling
MKB – Your partner for precise copper alloy die casting
With decades of experience, modern equipment, and our own toolmaking department, we accompany you from the initial idea to series production—flexibly, cooperatively, and sustainably.
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