Benefits
Why choose the SOPHIA® Process?
Our SOPHIA® Process is the smart choice for projects that require:
- Complex geometries
- Tight tolerances
- Excellent surface finish quality
- Finer microstructure
- Denser microstructure
- Improved mechanical properties
- Improved fatigue life
- Less dependence on wall thickness
- Smaller dendrite arm spacing (DAS)
- Improved moulded eutectic
- Parts for improved fuel efficiency and enhanced overall performance
- Consistent dynamic properties during welding
Key features
Key features of the SOPHIA® Process
Key features of our advanced proprietary SOPHIA® Process include:
- Controlled, faster solidification
- No additional melt modification process required
- High-strength aluminium application for aerospace
- No need for draft angles
- Creates lightweight components
- Can accommodate undercuts
- Produces near-net-shape characteristics
- Applications for aerospace:
- Flap fittings
- Handles
- Joysticks
- HP pump castings
- LGSCU housings
- Electronics boxes
- Turbofan engine castings
- And more
Compatible materials
Choose your SOPHIA® Process materials
Our wide range of materials compatible with the SOPHIA® Process includes:
- Aluminium
- AlSi7Mg0.3 (A356)
- AlSi7Mg0.6 (A357, E357, F357)
- ALSi5CU1.3Mg0.3 (C355)
- AlCu5Ni1.5MnSbCoTiZr (RR350)
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