CASTMAN reflects the high-pressure die casting suitability review simulation using FLOW-3D, which is recognized for its accuracy worldwide, through the innovation of STICND. FLOW-3D CAST is an intuitive program designed to successfully model high pressure die casting applications. Full control of shot sleeve motion combined with advanced die thermal control, mechanical parameter modeling, and accurate resolution of filling and back pressure conditions make FLOW-3D CAST v5.1 a reference solution for the most demanding HPDC simulation requirements. In addition to advanced porosity prediction and post-treatment capabilities, HPDC Workspace includes state-of-the-art chemical-based solidification and material strength models for Al-Si and Al-Cu based alloys.
HPDC Oxides Simulation | FLOW-3D CASTTemperature Distribution During Fill | High Pressure Die CastingOxide Defect Tracking During Fill | High Pressure Die Casting
FILLING ACCURACY
- Slow and fast shot modeling
- Intensification pressure effects
- Gas and bubble entrapment
- Surface oxide calculation
- RNG and LES turbulence models
- Back pressure
DIE THERMAL MANAGMENT
- Thermal die cycling
- Heat saturation
- Full heat transfer modeling
- Smart cooling channel control
- Spray cooling path modeling
DEFECT PREDICTION
- Macro and micro porosity
- Gas porosity
- Early solidification
- Oxide formation
- Surface defect analysis
ADVANCED SOLIDIFICATION
- Porosity prediction
- Shrinkage
- Hot spots identification
- Mechanical property prediction
- Microstructure prediction
SURFACE DEFECT ANALYSIS
- PQ2 analysis
- Probe based triggers
- Heat controls
- Vacuum and venting controls
LADLE MOTION
- 6 degrees of freedom motion definition
VACUUM AND VENTING
- Interactive probe placement
- Area and loss coefficient calculator