Re: RP of Die Cast Parts

From: Frost Prioleau (Plynetics  Express Corporation)
To: Douglas vanPutte (Eastman Kodak  Company)
Cc: RP-ML
Date: Wednesday, September 28, 1994
Subject: Re: RP of Die Cast Parts
Doug et al- 
For many configurations, the best way to rapidly prototype die-cast parts is 
by using RP patterns in conjunction with the Rubber/Plaster Mold (RPM) process.

Using this process, cast parts in aluminum, magnesium or zinc can be 
produced about 1 to 1.5 weeks after completion of the master. RP masters 
must be finished out very carefully to ensure that no undercuts exist.

As a service bureau, we have used this process on well over 100 geometries 
with a company called Metalcast Engineering, who we think is the best in the 
industry.  Randy Erickson is the contact at Metalcast. He can be reached at 
"erickson@metalcast.com" or by phone at 510-534-2320.

Good Luck