Five major components are cast using the silica sol process

In the field of automotive manufacturing, constantly pursuing the upgrading and optimization of parts is the key to enhancing the overall performance and quality of the vehicle. Silica sol process castings, as a high-precision and high-performance component manufacturing method, are gradually becoming the secret weapon for upgrading automotive parts. Today, let's jointly lift the veil of mystery behind the five parts cast using the silica sol process and explore the secrets of upgrading automotive parts.

Engine core - high-performance cylinder block casting

The engine of a car is the source of power, and the cylinder block is the core component of the engine. The cylinder block cast by silica sol process features an extremely precise internal structure and excellent physical properties. Its surface is highly smooth, which can effectively reduce the friction between the piston and the cylinder wall, lower energy loss and improve fuel economy. Meanwhile, high-precision dimensional tolerances ensure a tight fit between the piston and the cylinder, enhancing the engine's power output and reliability. Under harsh working conditions of high temperature and high pressure, it can operate stably with its excellent heat resistance and compressive strength, providing continuous and powerful power for the car. Whether it is frequent starts and stops on urban roads or high-speed cruising on highways, it can perform well.

Brake protection - High-strength brake caliper castings

The braking system is of vital importance to the safety of a vehicle. As a key actuating component within it, brake calipers must possess high strength and high reliability. The brake calipers cast by silica sol process, through precise mold forming and meticulous process treatment, have a uniform and dense internal structure, making their strength far exceed that of products made by traditional casting processes. This means that during emergency braking, the brake calipers can withstand huge braking forces without deforming, ensuring the efficient and stable operation of the braking system. Its excellent heat dissipation performance can also effectively prevent the phenomenon of brake thermal fade, keeping the brakes always sensitive and reliable, providing a solid safety guarantee for drivers in critical moments. Whether it is going downhill on a steep mountain road or emergency braking at high speed, it can make the vehicle stop quickly and smoothly.

Suspension foundation stone - Lightweight suspension arm casting

The suspension system of a car directly affects its handling and ride comfort. The suspension arm castings produced by the silica sol process have achieved significant lightweight while ensuring sufficient strength. Through optimized design and precision casting, the redundant materials were removed, making the suspension arm lighter. This not only reduces the unsprung mass of the vehicle, enhances the response speed and handling flexibility of the suspension system, but also lowers the overall energy consumption of the vehicle and improves fuel efficiency. When driving on curves, the lightweight suspension arms can enable the wheels to better adhere to the road surface, providing precise handling feedback, allowing drivers to experience more effortless driving pleasure. At the same time, they can also bring passengers a more stable and comfortable driving and riding experience in daily driving.

Transmission key - Precision gearbox casting

The gearbox plays a crucial role in the automotive transmission system, and its precision and reliability directly affect the efficiency and stability of power transmission. The gearbox castings cast by silica sol process feature high-precision tooth profile and pitch, which can effectively reduce the impact and noise during gear meshing, enhance transmission efficiency and lower energy loss. Meanwhile, its excellent wear resistance and fatigue resistance ensure that the gearbox can maintain a stable working state during long-term use, reducing the frequency of maintenance and replacement.

Body support - High-strength body frame castings

The vehicle body frame is the skeleton of a car, shouldering the important responsibility of protecting passenger safety and supporting the vehicle body structure. The body frame components cast by silica sol process have excellent strength and rigidity, which can effectively absorb and disperse energy in the event of a collision accident, protecting the lives of passengers inside the vehicle. Its mature manufacturing process ensures precise connection and fit among various components, enhancing the overall stability and sealing performance of the vehicle body. In addition, the high-strength body frame also provides the possibility for the lightweight design of the vehicle. Through reasonable structural optimization, thinner and lighter materials can be used without reducing the body strength, further reducing the overall vehicle weight, improving fuel economy and handling performance, and achieving a perfect balance between safety and performance for the car.

The spare parts manufactured by the silica sol process, with their unique advantages and outstanding performance, have brought revolutionary changes to the upgrading of automotive parts. They are the fruits of the continuous progress of automotive manufacturing technology and also an important trend in the future development of automobiles. With the continuous improvement and innovation of the silica sol process, it is believed that these casting products will be widely applied in more automobiles, bringing us a safer, more efficient and more comfortable travel experience.