Alumland Industrial Complex, backed by years of experience in manufacturing hundreds of extrusion dies, has been able to take a big step towards quality production. The aluminum extrusion die design and manufacturing unit of Alumland Industrial Complex has provided the ability to manufacture all types of extrusion dies based on the employer’s order and needs in a completely exclusive manner and in compliance with standards in the shortest possible time and at a reasonable price.
Aluminum Extrusion Die
The aluminum extrusion die is one of the most important parts of the aluminum profile production process by extrusion method. To produce any section and shape of aluminum profile, it needs its own extrusion die. The extrusion die can be defined as a thick steel disc with an inlet opening that matches the specifications and dimensions of the desired aluminum profile section, and during the extrusion process, the heated aluminum billet is passed through it under high pressure and the profile is extruded with a specific section and shape. The aluminum extrusion process is used due to its unique features for producing an unlimited and wide range of shapes and sections of aluminum profiles for many applications in various industries such as construction, automotive, electronics, etc.
Alum Land Industrial Complex has a successful experience in designing and manufacturing 700 aluminum extrusion dies during its years of presence in the field of aluminum profile production. For consultation and price inquiries, please contact Alum Land experts.
Manufacturing of Aluminum Extrusion Die
Designing and manufacturing a standard die using suitable steel and alloy is effective in the strength and durability of the die and ultimately reduces the cost and price of aluminum profile production, and can also have a direct effect on the speed of the extrusion process and aluminum profile production, high efficiency, the most important of which is the length of the extruded profile branches and the surface finish of the profile. Of course, the more complex the shape of the section, the more difficult the design and manufacture of the die and the more important the quality becomes.
In designing and manufacturing the extrusion die, important points and considerations must be taken into account:
Geometric shape and dimensions of the section
Thickness of the section walls
Maximum pressure tolerated during the extrusion process
Tolerance of section dimensions
Billet flow model (homogeneous fluid) in all parts of the die
Extrusion Die Design
The design of the extrusion die from the CAD/CAM method can be divided into three stages:
Analysis of the aluminum profile section
Die design with SOLIDWORKS or CATIA design software
Simulation of the die output using software
Aluminum Extrusion Die Making
Based on the 3D model of the extrusion die, the die is made using CNC.
The steps of making an extrusion die after design are:
Raw Material Selection: The choice of steel type and alloy depends on the type of operation, extrusion press conditions, and the type and section of the aluminum profile. For die making, steel with ASTM standard with code 2344-1 is used. In the Iranian market, there are two types of Swedish UDEHOULM company with the trade name ASSAB and German Bohler company with w300 code, and from domestic manufacturers, Isfahan Alloy Steel Company and Esfarayen Steel Company are available.
Machining: The aluminum extrusion die is made through a complex and very sensitive process using machining tools such as milling machines, lathes, and CNC machines.
Heat Treatment: After machining, the die is hardened using special furnaces through a process of increasing and decreasing temperature. This process is done to increase the hardness and strength of the steel and can be measured by a hardness tester.
Quality Testing: During this process, the die is tested to ensure that the design is accurate and correct and the die output is of good quality.
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Extrusion Die Life
The extrusion die, due to high pressure, high temperature, and high friction in the extrusion press machine and during the extrusion process, must be made of a very resistant steel alloy, which is usually made of H13 steel for resistance to harsh conditions and high pressure up to 15,000 tons, which can be created in the extrusion process, also due to durability and increased die life.
Increasing the durability and lifespan of the extrusion die depends on 1- In the manufacturing stage, the type of steel used in making the die, accurate die design and the use of modern tools and machines, standard heat treatment of the die 2- During the use of the die, adjusting the required press pressure, lubricating the die after each use, nitriding the die.
On average, the amount of aluminum profile production from each die during the life of the die is approximately 15 tons.
Methods of Making Extrusion Dies
The manufacturing of aluminum extrusion dies is selected from different methods based on the cases and conditions.
CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Machining: This method is very accurate and is more popular due to better results. In this method, using drawings and 3D models, CNC machines can make very complex and accurate dies.
Milling: In this method, the die is made using machining machines and milling cutters based on the drawing and 3D model. This method is suitable for making aluminum profile dies with medium complexity.
EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining): In this method, the shape of the die parts is formed using electric current based on the drawing. This method is especially suitable for making dies with high complexity and precise details.
Price of Aluminum Extrusion Die
The price and cost of making an extrusion die depends on the following factors:
Manufacturing Material: Choosing the type of steel and alloy used in making the die is one of the determining factors of the price. It is possible that steel with a better standard is used to produce an aluminum profile with a special application, which can increase the price.
Dimensions and Complexity of the Die: The size and complexity of the die design has a direct impact. The larger the die size and with more complex details, it requires more time and the use of more precise tools and machines, and for these reasons, the price and cost of making the die will increase.
One of the factors that can affect the price reduction is the number of dies ordered. Alum Form Industrial Complex will have good discounts for the number of custom dies for its customers.
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