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DIE CASTING

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SMART POLYMER™ TECHNOLOGYDIE SLICK® 4510SYN

THE SOLUTION

Quaker analyzed the customer’s challenges to determine the ideal casting conditions and introduced DIE SLICK® 4510SYN. During the trial, the customer was very pleased with the casting quality and is now expanding its use at a second plant. By switching to DIE SLICK® 4510SYN, the customer was able to achieve the following results:

» Increase in productivity by 10% due to cycle time reduction

» Eliminated solder

» 45% Reduction of die lubricant consumption

» Improvement in the surface quality of the part

» Waste water consumption decrease of 45%

CHALLENGESA leading Japanese die casting and precision machining manufacturer of aluminum automotive parts was in search of a new die casting lubricant. The customer was casting a new component, the upper part of an oil pan, and they were experiencing issues with solder due to the complexity of the new part. The customer turned to Quaker Chemical Corporation (“Quaker”) to solve the following:

» Determine the optimal conditions for casting

» Eliminate solder » Reduce cycle time

PROCESS AND EQUIPMENT

Material Aluminum

Machine 1,250 Ton die cast machine

Part Upper component of oil pan

Dilution Ratio DIE SLICK® 4510SYN 80:1Competitive Product 80:1

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DIE CASTING

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SMART POLYMER™ TECHNOLOGYDIE SLICK® 4510SYN

THE PRODUCT

DIE SLICK® 4510SYN is a synthetic lubricant which contains a blend of reactive polymeric lubricants. The formulation incorporates Smart Polymer™ technology and high molecular weight alkane cross-linking agent. Smart Polymer™ technology is a thermodynamically reactive polymer blend which forms a tough barrier on hot areas of the die while lightly coating cooler less demanding areas. This unique property translates to reduced solder, enhanced release and wetting characteristics while producing bright and clean castings. DIE SLICK® 4510SYN contains 49% by weight active material and no low molecular weight oil components.

THE EXPERTISE

The Quaker DIE SLICK® family of die lubricants provide excellent emulsion stability and exceptional solder resistance at aggressive temperatures, increasing your performance and production. The Die Casting product line offers a complete package of value-added fluids including plunger lubricants, quenchents, fire-resistant hydraulic fluids, ladle coatings, trimming lubricants, cleaners and machining fluids. This case illustrates the importance of supplier relationship, support and correct fluid selection. Proper selection and application of the die lubricant can result in substantial cost benefits. That is why Quaker focuses on developing solutions with the highest performance without compromise, fluids that sharpen your competitive edge.