It is resistant to corrosion, has a high hardness, excellent resistance to wear, and has high mechanical properties.
Copper die casting also has excellent dimensional stability with a strength which can be compared to that of steel parts.
The main disadvantage of copper die casting is that it is prone to cracking on the surface, internal cavities, and shrinkage.
Some of the applications of copper die casting include:
1. Electrode holders
2. Electrical switchgear
3. Electrode plates for process industry machinery
4. Spot welding electrodes
5. Die-cast rotors in motors of high efficiency
6. Terminal lugs
7. High amperage circuit breakers
8.Die-cast battery terminals
9. Contact mechanisms