Many manufacturers face 18-22% annual cost increases in mold production. We noticed this trend during our 2025 aluminum housing project where die casting mould expenses initially consumed 35% of the budget.
Using H13 steel instead of traditional alloys reduced our tooling costs by 17%. Surprisingly, this high-grade material extended mold lifespan by 40% according to NADCA 2024 standards.
Factor | Traditional | Optimized |
---|---|---|
Cycle Time | 25 days | 18 days |
Scrap Rate | 12% | 4.5% |
Q: How often should die casting molds be maintained?
A: Bi-weekly inspections prevent 82% of premature failures (Source: International Journal of Metalcasting).