ADC alloys, commonly referred to as Aluminium-Silicon die casting alloys (such as ADC12, ADC10, ADC3), are extensively used in automotive, electrical, electronics, appliance, and general engineering applications. These alloys are preferred for their excellent castability, good mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, and surface finish, making them ideal for high-volume die casting operations.

Precise control of silicon content is critical, as it directly influences fluidity, shrinkage behaviour, and casting soundness. At the same time, alloying elements such as copper, magnesium, iron, manganese, zinc, and nickel must be carefully monitored to balance strength, ductility, and thermal performance. Excess iron can lead to brittle intermetallic, while uncontrolled copper or magnesium levels can affect corrosion resistance and heat-treatment response.

OES is widely used in ADC alloy analysis for incoming raw material verification, melt chemistry control, scrap segregation, and final quality assurance. Fast analysis, high repeatability, and stable performance are essential in die-casting environments where real-time decisions directly impact productivity and rejection rates.

For ADC aluminium-silicon alloy testing, Silver Plus offers reliable multi-element aluminium analysis, enabling consistent control of critical elements and helping manufacturers meet industry and customer specifications with confidence. However, export-oriented plants, or those planning long-term expansion, benefit most from Gold Plus X or Gold Plus XL, which offers the widest capability and future-proofing.

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