What is Thixomolding and How Does YIZUMI Optimize Your Project?

In today’s rapidly evolving manufacturing industry, advanced techniques like Thixomolding are transforming how complex and high-precision components are produced. Thixomolding, a process that merges die casting and injection molding principles, is particularly effective for lightweight magnesium alloys. At YIZUMI, we lead the way with innovative Thixomolding Machines that offer unmatched precision, efficiency, and sustainability.

Our expertise in molding technologies, including rubber, die casting, and injection molding, allows us to deliver comprehensive solutions for manufacturers. By choosing YIZUMI Thixomolding, your project gains efficiency, reliability, and superior product quality.

Thixomolding and its Manufacturing Procedure

Thixomolding is a sophisticated and highly efficient manufacturing process that primarily uses magnesium alloy chips as its raw material. These chips are fed into a barrel, where they are conveyed and continuously cut by a reciprocating screw. During this process, the chips are simultaneously heated by both mechanical and thermal energy, causing them to undergo a phase change. As the chips heat up, they transition from a solid state to a semi-solid slurry, with a mixture of both liquid and solid phases. This semi-solid slurry gradually collects at the front end of the screw, where it reaches an ideal consistency for injection.

Once a sufficient amount of slurry has been accumulated, it is injected into a closed mold cavity at high pressure, where it rapidly fills the mold to form the desired shape. The semi-solid state of the material provides several advantages, such as enhanced material flow, reduced porosity, and the ability to produce more intricate and complex shapes with fine details compared to traditional casting processes. Moreover, the lower temperature involved in Thixomolding, compared to conventional die casting, reduces thermal stresses and the likelihood of defects like cracking or warping, leading to improved product quality and consistency.

This process is particularly beneficial for creating lightweight, high-performance parts, such as those used in the automotive and aerospace industries, where magnesium alloys are favored due to their excellent strength-to-weight ratio. Additionally, Thixomolding allows for greater control over material properties and can handle a wide range of alloy compositions, further enhancing its versatility in manufacturing precision-engineered components.

YIZUMI’s Thixomolding Machines combine the strengths of die casting and injection molding, offering higher injection pressure and acceleration performance. The molding temperature is 50–70°C lower than traditional die casting, extending die life and improving efficiency. Precise control over pressure, speed, and temperature ensures the production of complex, high-quality components with exceptional durability and surface finish.

Advantages of Materials Used in Thixomolding

Thixomolding primarily uses magnesium alloys, which provide several key advantages:

1. Lightweight: Magnesium alloys are significantly lighter than traditional metals like aluminum, reducing the overall weight of products.

2. High Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Despite their lightweight nature, magnesium alloys offer excellent strength and durability.

3. Deformation Resistance: Thixomolded magnesium parts are highly resistant to deformation, making them ideal for demanding industrial applications.

4. Eco-Friendly: YIZUMI’s Thixomolding Machines eliminate the need for harmful gases like SF6, ensuring safer and greener production.

Polypropylene (Pros & Cons)

In manufacturing, polypropylene is often compared to magnesium alloys due to its versatility.

Pros:

· Cost-effective and widely available.

· Lightweight and resistant to chemicals.

· Suitable for simple applications requiring moderate strength.

Cons:

· Lacks the structural integrity needed for high-performance parts.

· Limited thermal stability compared to magnesium alloys.

While polypropylene serves basic needs, Thixomolding Machines provide the superior performance and precision required for complex manufacturing projects.

Styrene Butadiene Rubber

Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) is a synthetic rubber used in applications requiring elasticity and abrasion resistance. However, when compared to magnesium alloys processed by Thixomolding, SBR falls short in terms of strength, precision, and longevity.

For projects requiring robust and precise components, YIZUMI’s Thixomolding Machines offer a clear advantage. By leveraging magnesium alloys, manufacturers achieve lighter, stronger, and more durable products with superior surface finishes.

Benefits of Thixomolding

Thixomolding brings several unique benefits to the manufacturing process:

Precision and Surface Quality
YIZUMI’s Thixomolding Machines deliver high-precision parts with smooth, defect-free surfaces, ideal for complex designs.

Extended Die Life
Operating at lower temperatures significantly increases die life, reducing maintenance costs and enhancing production efficiency.

Eco-Friendly Production
Thixomolding eliminates harmful protection gases, offering a greener alternative to traditional die casting methods.

Reduced Energy Consumption
Lower molding temperatures mean less energy is required, resulting in cost savings and improved sustainability.

Higher Performance
YIZUMI ensures excellent control over temperature, speed, and pressure, resulting in stronger, deformation-resistant components.

How Does YIZUMI Optimize Your Project?

At YIZUMI, we understand the challenges manufacturers face when it comes to precision, efficiency, and sustainability. Our advanced Thixomolding Machines are designed to optimize every stage of production:

Advanced Screw Barrel Unit
Our screw barrel unit, made with high-temperature resistant steel, withstands up to 650°C and up to 400,000 shots, ensuring long-lasting durability.

Infrared Heating Technology
The use of an infrared heater ensures rapid heating, effective heat preservation, and extended equipment life. This reduces downtime and increases production efficiency.

High-Speed Servo Valve
YIZUMI’s big-diameter high-speed servo valve enables fast and responsive injection, achieving accelerations of up to 200m/s². This allows manufacturers to meet tight deadlines with ease.

User-Friendly Control System
Our machines feature a 10.4-inch touchscreen with a scanning time of just 0.4 ms. This high-speed control ensures smooth and precise operation, streamlining production processes.

Eco-Conscious Production
YIZUMI removes the need for SF6 gas, making the Thixomolding process cleaner and safer. Our machines operate in a fully closed environment, minimizing emissions and reducing material waste.

With YIZUMI’s expertise in molding technologies, including rubber, die casting, and injection molding, we deliver comprehensive solutions that meet the highest industry standards. From design to production, we optimize every step to ensure your project’s success.

Conclusion

Thixomolding represents a game-changing advancement in modern manufacturing, combining the best features of die casting and injection molding. By leveraging magnesium alloys, this process delivers lightweight, durable, and high-precision components ideal for demanding applications.

At YIZUMI, we lead the industry with our cutting-edge Thixomolding Machines, offering unmatched precision, efficiency, and eco-friendly operation. Our comprehensive solutions are designed to optimize your project, reduce costs, and improve product quality.

Choose YIZUMI Thixomolding to transform your manufacturing processes and achieve superior results. Together, we can take your project to the next level with innovative, sustainable, and high-performance solutions.