Zamak #3 - Zinc Alloy
Zamak #3 is the most common type of zinc used in die-castings. Over 70% of all die-casters are in No. 3, making it widely available from alloy suppliers. It is the "standard" by which other zinc alloys are rated in terms of die casting.

Zamak #3 Characteristics:
  • Excellent balance of desirable physical and mechanical properties.
  • Superb castability.
  • Long-term dimensional stability.
  • Excellent finishing characteristics for plating, painting and chromate treatments.
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