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Article: Zinc alloy enhances strength and creep resistance. (ACuZinc)
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- Advanced Materials & Processes
- Article date:
- October 1, 1996
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A family of high-performance ternary zinc-copper-aluminum alloys has been developed that provides higher strength, hardness, and creep resistance than the traditional zinc-aluminum alloys Zamak 3, Zamak 5, and ZA-8. Designated ACuZinc, mechanical properties comparable to those of more expensive materials make it suitable for high-load applications and those at elevated temperatures.
This article describes the alloy's composition, properties, and historical development.
Alloy composition
The superior mechanical properties of ACuZinc are based on its composition, the processing methods used to produce the alloy, and the die casting process. Composed ...