ZAMAK 5
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ZL0410 has the same composition as zamak 3 with the addition of 1% copper in order to increase strength (by approximately 10%), hardness and corrosive resistance, but reduces ductility. It also has less dimensional accuracy Zamak 5 is more commonly used in Europe.

Coating capability is good. It has few errors of dimension. It is especially used in accessories and automobile industry.

•Zamak 5 is more readily plated, finished, and machined than Alloy 3
•When a measure of tensile performance is needed, ZL-5 castings are recommended.
•It has a higher copper content than Zamak 3, which results in higher strength
•It has less ductility (increased elongation) than Zamak 3
•Manufacturer must keep in mind that this reduction in ductility can affect formability during secondary operations such as bending, riveting, swaging, and crimping operations

Zamak 5 Specifications

Chemical Composition and Physical Data