VT machining offers CNC Precision Machining for Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy (ASTM AC41A / ZP5), typically supplied die-cast. Copper addition gives higher strength and hardness than Zamak 3.
CNC Precision Machining Notes for Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy
Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy mills well with conventional strategies; finishing passes are planned to meet flatness and finish callouts.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy weighs about 0.66 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC Precision Machining Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 140-280 m/min |
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| Feed per tooth | 0.035-0.105 mm |
| Spindle speed, Ø6 mm end mill | 7430-14850 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO N — sharp, polished, uncoated or DLC |
| Coolant | Light emulsion or dry |
| Thermal growth, 100 mm part, +5 °C | 13.7 µm (CTE 27.4 µm/m·K) |
| Tightest practical tolerance | ±0.002-0.005 mm |
Starting values for Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy, Die-cast; optimised on the first article.
Full material data for Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy (ASTM AC41A / ZP5) is on the CNC Milling Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy page.
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Quoting CNC Precision Machining Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy and its condition (we usually see it supplied die-cast), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Precision Machining Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy?
Achievable tolerances for Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy machining depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. Milling holds positional and dimensional tolerances to around ±0.01 mm, tighter with precision setups. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.
What surface finish is achievable on Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy with CNC Precision Machining?
Surface finish on Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Precision Machining Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy?
CNC Precision Machining prototypes for Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy can be produced quickly and scaled to series production. Send your drawing and quantity and we will advise lead time and any minimum order.
What is CNC Precision Machining Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy and how is it done?
CNC Precision Machining Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy refers to precision machining combines processes and inspection to hold the tightest dimensional and geometric tolerances. Applied to Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy — dimensionally stable and easy to finish — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
Why is Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy a good choice for CNC Precision Machining?
Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy is dimensionally stable and easy to finish, which makes it well suited to CNC Precision Machining. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy machining part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
Does CNC Precision Machining Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy require dedicated tooling?
Most Zamak 5 Zinc Alloy machining work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.