Materials
The various zinc types
| Material | Alloys | Description | Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZP2 - ZL2 - ZL0430 | ZAMAK 2 | The zinc alloy ZAMAK 2 is one of the most widely used alloys. ZAMAK 2 impresses with its excellent hardness and is also very durable. In addition, ZP2 has very good strength and machinability. These mechanical properties are mainly achieved by the special chemical composition. In addition to the majority of zinc, approx. 4% aluminum, approx. 3% copper and small amounts of other metals are also used in this alloy. ZAMAK 2 is used for many components, but especially for parts with tight tolerances or complex shapes. | Die Casting |
| ZP3 - ZL3 - ZL0400 | ZAMAK 3 | The zinc alloy ZAMAK 3 is the most commonly used alloy for die casting because it offers excellent castability and a low melting point. These properties make it possible to manufacture products with very tight tolerances and highly complex shapes with ZL0400. On the one hand, this increases dimensional accuracy while, on the other, the precise production also reduces the need for reworking. | Die Casting |
| ZP5 - ZL5 - ZL0410 | ZAMAK 5 | ZAMAK 5 is also a very well-known zinc alloy and is highly resistant to corrosion. Compared to the other zinc alloys, ZL0410 contains a higher proportion of copper, which increases the strength, but at the same time some of the malleability is lost. Besides this, ZAMAK 5 has similar advantages to the previous alloys, such as the ability to manufacture complex products and its excellent density. Typical applications for ZAMAK 5 include automotive parts or electronic components. | Die Casting |
| Z33523 | ZAMAK 7 | The zinc alloy ZAMAK 7 is a further development of the alloy ZAMAK 3. Compared to ZAMAK 3, this alloy has a lower magnesium content and is particularly impressive due to its improved castability. In addition, this alloy also has excellent ductility and surface quality. These properties make ZAMAK 7 an alloy that is particularly suitable for thin parts, but also for components with special requirements such as the need for high formability. | Die Casting |



