40 years of accumulated experience in the field of design and development of release agents for the metal industry.
Metalflow’s pressure Die Casting release agents are the result of decades of experience in the field of design and development of release agents for the metal industry.
Technological lubricants and auxiliary products developed with the latest advances to improve the processes, help our clients with their waste management and allow them to comply with the most demanding environmental regulations.
Water based release agents
CASTFLOW products are dilutable water-based release agents. Its different ranges have been developed to achieve an excellent film formation in a wide temperature range, to reduce the loss of product due to over-use and to protect the die from metallization and oxidation, offering the highest cleanliness, perfect finishes and reducing cycle times.
- Excellent lubrication properties to achieve an easy extraction of the part.
- High efficiency in a wide temperature range.
- Facilitate the flow of the molten metal to ensure an optimal filling.
- Exclusive additives to optimize the cooling of the die.
- Compatible with recirculation and recycling system.
- Avoid pipes and nozzles from clogging.
- Extend the die life, avoiding metallization and oxidation.
WATER BASED
| Metal | Working Temp. ºC | Paintability | Dilution ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CASTFLOW 1000 High complexity parts that require coating or painting after the casting. |
Al / Zk | 150 - 250 | ••• | 1:50 - 1:100 |
| CASTFLOW 2000 High compatibility with painting and coating after the casting (heaters, etc…). |
Al / Zk | 150 - 280 | •• | 1:50 - 1:150 |
| CASTFLOW 5000 Medium size parts for automotive and aluminum and magnesium parts for IT. |
Al / Mg | 150 - 300 | • | 1:50 - 1:150 |
| CASTFLOW 6000 Wide application range: automotive, electrical appliances, buildings, etc… |
Al | 150 - 320 | • | 1:50 - 1:200 |
| CASTFLOW 8000 Heavy duty parts (big size automotive). |
Al | 200 - 350 | • | 1:50 - 1:200 |
| CASTFLOW 9000 Highly demanding parts (structural & high complexity parts). |
Al / Mg | 200 - 350 | • | 1:50 - 1:200 |
Ready to Use release agents
Our Ready to Use Release Agents allow a direct use application increasing productivity and avoiding the dilution process. All solutions have been developed for a direct use microspray application, which reduces cycle times, avoids waste generation and help to meet clients’ sustainability goals.
- Less product consumption.
- Eco-friendly: no water consumption or fumes generation.
- High efficiency at high temperatures.
- No porosity defects.
- Minimization of die thermal shock.
- Drastic reduction of cycle times.
WATER BASED Superconcentrate
| Metal | Working Temp. ºC | Paintability | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CASTFLOW CONC 1000 Parts that require coating or painting after the casting. |
Al / Zk | 100 - 300 | ••• |
| CASTFLOW CONC 8000 Heavy duty parts (big size automotive, etc…). |
Al | 200 - 350 | • |
| CASTFLOW CONC 9000 Highly demanding parts (structural & high complexity parts). |
Al / Mg | 200 - 350 | • |
OIL BASED
| Metal | Working Temp. ºC | Paintability | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DESMOLDFLOW 200 Any type of part and size. |
Al / Mg / Zk | 150 - 400 | •• |
| DESMOLDFLOW 700 Microspray application. |
Al / Mg / Zk | 150 - 400 | • |
POWDER BASED
| Metal | Working Temp. ºC | Paintability | |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWDERFLOW 1000 Zamak parts. |
Zamak | 100 - 300 | ••• |
| POWDERFLOW 5000 Medium size parts. |
Al / Mg | 150 - 350 | •• |
| POWDERFLOW 8000 Heavy duty parts. |
Al / Mg | 150 - 400 | • |
Plunger Lubricants
In Metalflow we have developed two lines of plunger lubricants that ensure a high performance, deliver an optimum lubrication between the plunger and the injection chamber, facilitating the metal flow neither leaving residues nor inclusions in the part.
PISTONFLOW
Oil or water based products, with or without graphite or solid lubrication (boron nitride).
| Base | Flashpoint | |
|---|---|---|
| PISTONFLOW M | Mineral Oil | > 260ºC |
| PISTONFLOW S | Synthetic Oil | > 260ºC |
| PISTONFLOW W | Water | n / a |
PISTONWAX
Solid products (spherical beads) based on high molecular weight polymers, with or without graphite or solid lubrication
| Base | Flashpoint | Dimater | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PISTONWAX NX | Graphited polymer | > 300ºC | 1 – 1,5 mm |
| PISTONWAX BX | Non-graphited polymer | > 300ºC | 1 - 2 mm |
Auxiliary
Technical Auxiliary Products
Formulations designed for the protection and treatment of the surfaces related to the die casting process. All the products have been formulated to extend the lifetime of the surfaces or parts where they are applied, as well as to prevent premature wear, oxidation, corrosion and to facilitate its maintenance, cleaning, manipulation and replacement.
Ladle and channel protector developed to avoid metallization, extend the tool’s life-time and to improve the flow of the molten metal.
Aluminized paste for start-up and hot spots lubrication.
Graphited paste for start-up and hot spots lubrication.
Oil for start-up use and hot spots lubrication.
Release agent for trimming operations.
Drying improvement of the casted part. Provides corrosion protection and lubrication during the trimming process.
Copper grease for an optimum protection and lubrication of threads and screws. Developed to achieve an easy unscrewing.
Aluminized grease for an optimum protection and lubrication of threads and screws. Developed to achieve an easy unscrewing.
High temperature grease with refractory pigments for an optimum protection and lubrication of the back side of the die to ensure an easy disassembling when being necessary.
Daily cleaner to remove excessive greases from the die surface.
Protection of the dies from corrosion while they are stored.
Cleaning and disinfection of tanks and circuits.
Industrial Auxiliary Products
| Base | Viscosity ISO VG | Viscosity Index | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HYDROFLOW HFC Water-glycol based hydraulic security fluid for any application requirement. |
Water-glycol | 32 - 68 | > 200 | ||
| HYDROFLOW HFDU Synthetic oil based hydraulic security fluid for any application requirement. |
Synthetic Oil | 32 - 68 | > 180 | ||
| HYDROFLOW HM Hydraulic fluid for high severity requirements, robotics and servo valves. |
Mineral Oil | 22 - 100 | > 95 | ||
| SLIDEFLOW Sliding and slipping slideways oil. Antirust capacity and low coefficient of friction. |
Mineral Oil | 32 - 220 | > 95 | ||
| THERMICFLOW Heat transfer oil for any requirement and industry (chemical, metallurgical, textile, paper, wood, Building, etc ...). |
Mineral Oil | 30 - 60 | > 95 | ||
| Synthetic Oil | 20 | 70 | |||
