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Die-casting vs. Sand Casting vs. SLM
| Requirement | Die Casting | Sand Casting | SLM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical Application | High production volumes with consistent part properties | Large components and high material cross-sections | Complex geometries, functional integration and lightweight design |
| Suitable For | Medium to high-volume production | Low to high-volume production | Single parts and small production runs |
| Initial Costs | Very high due to tooling costs | Medium to high due to pattern and mold costs | Low, as no tooling is required |
| Design Freedom | High design flexibility | Very flexible | Maximum design freedom |
| Complex Internal Structures | Limited | Highly limited | Ideally suited |
| Dimensional Accuracy | High | Medium to high | Very high |
| Surface Quality | Very high | Medium to good | Good, post-processing possible |
| Part Size | Small to medium | Small to very large | Small to medium |
Example Components by Manufacturing Process
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Die Casting
Electrical Engineering
Housing Production
Consumer Goods
Sand Casting
Mechanical Engineering
Plant Engineering
Energy Technology
Heavy Industry
Large Components
Die Casting, Sand Casting or SLM – Which Process Fits Your Application?
Die Casting
✅ Ideal for medium to high production volumes
✅ Excellent dimensional accuracy and surface quality
✅ Cost-effective at high production volumes
✅ Very high initial costs due to tooling
✅ Particularly suitable for housings, heat sinks and structural components
Sand Casting
✅ Suitable for large and heavy metal components
✅ High flexibility regarding materials and part sizes
✅ Cost-effective for low to medium production volumes
✅ Pattern and mold costs required
✅ Proven process in mechanical engineering, plant engineering and energy technology
SLM
✅ Maximum design freedom for complex geometries
✅ Ideal for internal channels and functional integration
✅ Particularly suitable for prototypes and small production runs
✅ No expensive tooling required
✅ High potential for lightweight design and functional integration
Frequently Asked Questions About Die Casting, Sand Casting and SLM
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