LCM uses refined valuable raw materials to make bespoke alloys such as NiV, CrAl, CoCr, LaNi, NiCe, CoAl, TiFe and Inconel alloys among others using vacuum induction melting (VIM) processes with quantities as low as 5kg.
The final product can be supplied in the form of ingot, bars and strip cast where possible. Other forms are also available depending upon our customers’ needs.
Speciality alloys offer a range of benefits due to their unique compositions and properties that are tailored to specific applications. These alloys are engineered to exhibit exceptional performance characteristics that standard alloys may not possess.
We can manufacture a full range of Aluminium based alloys for the automotive industry:
- AlCu
- A strong alloy used for structural components, with good corrosion resistance.
- AlMgSi
- An intermediate strength alloy used for moldings, frames, cross members and other components.
- AlZnMg
- High-strength alloy used for seatbelt hinges, steering components, pedals and other high impact rate components.
We can manufacture a full range of nickel and cobalt based alloys for the aerospace industry:
- NiAl bronze
- A high strength alloy used for landing gear, bearings and other components.
- Inconel grades
- A high temperature resistant alloy used for building engine components exposed to great heat.
- CoCr
- A high strength alloy also used for engine components and high temperature mechanical parts.
Marine industry:
We can produce marine alloys that are typically aluminium based and can resist the sun and water in marine applications such as boat and ship propellers.
A common alloy used for casting propellers and other components is AB2 bronze. This alloy is the most used cast aluminium bronze, known for its excellent corrosion resistivity.
Additive manufacturing and semiconductor alloys:
Do you have a production process that requires additions or modifications to existing melts to alter properties of your final product?
We have experience working with producers of additive manufacturing powders, and understand these often have tight compositions.
Examples of the alloys we can supply to this industry include CoCr, TiAl and NiCr.
We can produce a range of hydrogen storage alloys as a solid storage material for metal hydrides.
For more information about the benefits of speciality alloys, check our blog “Unleash the potential of speciality alloys” here.