The benefits of using magnesium components in today’s automobiles are compelling. It’s 75% lighter than steel, 33% lighter than aluminum, offers component and feature integration and provides a high dimensional stability that improves fit and finish.
Of course, the medium is only as good as the artist using it, and with manufacturing facilities in 5 countries driven by industry-leading design and engineering prowess, Meridian magnesium die casting continues to demonstrate that they are – indeed – masters of magnesium die casting.
Magnesium is the lightest structural material (1.8g/cm3), magnesium is the 8th most abundant element in the earth’s crust. It occurs naturally in Dolomite, Magnesite, Carnallite and Chloride (sea water).
Magnesium vs Competing Materials
· Vs. Aluminum:
33% Lighter
Superior Machining
Greater Die Life
Large thin-walled near net shape casting
Similar or greater mechanical properties
Greater general corrosion resistance
· Vs. Steel:
75% Lighter
Component consolidation/integration (No welding costs & less assembly costs)
Significantly lower tooling costs
High heat conductivity
Complicated thin-walled near net shape
Superior dimensional stability/repeatability
· Vs. Plastic:
Stronger
Superior stiffness
Greater energy absorbing capabilities
Higher temperature applications
Large thin-walled near net shape casting
