Porosity Control & X-Ray Inspection: Ensuring Internal Integrity in Every Casting

Ensure zero-defect production with our rigorous Quality Control & Testing. We utilize Zeiss CMM, X-ray flaw detection, and spectrometers to guarantee precision for every aluminum and magnesium part. IATF 16949 certified quality management system. Request a professional QC report today!

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Zero-Defect Commitment. Our IATF 16949 Certified Quality Management System ensures precision and consistency for every automotive and industrial component, and our ISO 14001 certified aluminium die casting operation applies the same discipline to environmental compliance. IATF 16949:2016ISO 9001:2015ISO 14001:2015RoHS & REACH Compliant

Our Systematic Inspection Workflow

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IQC

Incoming Quality Control: Spectrometer analysis of raw ingots (Aluminum/Magnesium) to verify alloy composition. 2

IPQC

In-Process Quality Control: First-article inspection and hourly dimension checks during casting and CNC cycles. 3

Laboratory Testing

X-Ray porosity detection, salt spray corrosion testing, and mechanical property verification (T6/T4). 4

FQC

Final Quality Control: 100% visual inspection and critical dimension verification using Hexagon CMM. 5

OQC

Outgoing Quality Control: Packaging audit and final documentation review before worldwide shipment. Precision Dimensional Inspection

Advanced Metrology Lab

We invest in world-class inspection technology to validate the high-tolerance automotive CNC machining work we perform. Our lab is temperature-controlled to ensure measurement stability.

Testing Equipment List

Equipment NameFunctionPrecision / Standard
CMM (Coordinate Measure)3D Dimensional Verification±0.001mm Accuracy
X-Ray InspectionSub-surface Defect DetectionASTM E155 Standards
Salt Spray TesterCorrosion Resistance TestingASTM B117 / ISO 9227
SpectrometerChemical Composition AnalysisReal-time alloy verification
Universal Testing MachineTensile, Yield, & ElongationMechanical Property Validation

Committed to Automotive-Grade Quality

Need full PPAP documentation or specific quality reports? Our quality engineers are ready to support your most stringent requirements. Request a Sample Inspection Report| Defect Type | Root Cause | Our Prevention Strategy | | — | — | — | | Gas Porosity | Trapped Air/Turbulence | Vacuum Casting & Optimized Venting | | Shrinkage Voids | Uneven Cooling | Mold Flow Analysis & Precise Thermal Control | | Inclusions | Oxides in Melt | Automatic Ladling & Degassing Filters |

Porosity & Inspection FAQ

Can you provide 100% X-ray inspection for our entire order? Yes. While many factories only do batch sampling, we have the capacity to provide 100% X-ray inspection for safety-critical components, ensuring every single part delivered meets your internal quality standards. What is the difference between gas porosity and shrinkage porosity? Gas porosity is caused by trapped air or steam and typically appears as smooth, round holes. Shrinkage porosity occurs as the metal cools and contracts, appearing as jagged, irregular voids. We use different vacuum and cooling strategies to eliminate both. Do you provide X-ray reports with the shipment? Absolutely. Every batch can be accompanied by a detailed X-ray inspection report and a certificate of compliance (CoC), providing full traceability and peace of mind for your engineering team.

Quality & Engineering Assurance

Every AlumCasting project is backed by certified quality systems and in-house verification:

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