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Sand casting involves creating a mold from sand, which is then filled with molten metal to form a desired shape. The process typically includes several steps pattern creation, mold preparation, pouring, and cooling. Traditionally, patterns are often made from wood or metal, which can be labor-intensive and time-consuming to produce. The patterns must be designed to allow for the shrinkage of the metal during cooling and to facilitate the removal of the cast from the mold. This highlights one of the primary challenges in sand casting designing for manufacturability while accommodating the limitations of conventional materials and techniques.

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Several features characterize die cast components, and understanding these can provide insights into their performance and suitability for specific applications.

The process starts with the design of the part, which is usually accomplished through computer-aided design (CAD) software. Once the design is finalized, a die is created that corresponds exactly to the desired shape of the part. This die is then used in a stamping press, where flat metal sheets, or coils, are fed into the machine. The stamping press exerts force on the metal, using the die to cut, bend, or form the material into the required shape.