Magnesium casting in a machine shop environment
MAGNESIUM CASTING SOLUTIONS

Low- to Medium-Volume Magnesium Castings

AZ91D • AM60B • Lightweight Performance

In-house tooling, engineering support, and controlled execution from quote through production.

ISO 9001:2015
0.1–250 lb
In-house tooling
Prototype to Production
Trusted by OEMs and engineers for magnesium casting programs requiring disciplined execution from tooling through delivery.

Magnesium Casting Capabilities

Magnesium castings supported by in-house tooling, engineering coordination, and consistent quality from prototype through production.

Common Alloys

AZ91DAM60B

Casting Weight Range

0.1 lb to 250 lb magnesium castings

Annual Volume Range

1 to 5,000 pieces annually

Tooling & Production Support

In-house tooling, casting production, inspection planning, and documentation support from prototype through production.

Quality & Documentation

Dimensional layouts, material certifications, FAIR, PPAP, and special process coordination as required.

Prototype Options

3D-printed sand molds and conventional tooling options for prototype and low-volume requirements.

Program Coordination

One accountable point of contact managing tooling, casting, and inspection from initial quote through delivery.

Certification

ISO 9001:2015 compliant

Industries Served

Aerospace, defense, industrial equipment, motorsports, and lightweight applications

Typical Part Types

Magnesium is commonly used where weight reduction and machinability are important while maintaining solid performance.

  • Housings
  • Covers
  • Brackets
  • Electronic enclosures
  • Lightweight machine parts
  • Structural components

Why Engineers Choose CPM

CPM Industries supports magnesium casting programs with tooling knowledge, supplier coordination, and quality-focused execution from quote through delivery.

Built-in Pattern Expertise

In-house pattern tooling experience helps us support castability, control critical geometry, and move efficiently from print to production.

One Accountable Partner

One point of contact manages your program from initial quote through delivery, helping keep communication clear and execution aligned.

Process-Driven Execution

Each project is matched to the right tooling approach, process, and production path based on application, quantity, timeline, and quality requirements.

Flexible Volumes

From prototype work to repeat production, we support low- to medium-volume casting programs without forcing a one-size-fits-all approach.

Predictable Lead Times

Upfront planning, active coordination, and disciplined follow-through help keep tooling, casting, and downstream requirements moving on schedule.

Engineering Support

We help review prints, support castability decisions, and work through practical production considerations while maintaining design intent.

Magnesium Casting FAQs

CPM Industries supports prototype through production magnesium casting programs for aerospace, defense, industrial, and lightweight performance applications.

We specialize in low- to medium-volume production, typically ranging from prototypes up to approximately 5,000 pieces annually, depending on part size and complexity.
Yes. We support both prototype and production casting programs, including 3D-printed sand molds and rapid tooling options when speed is critical.
Yes. We support fully machined castings as part of a complete program, including inspection and documentation as required.
Depending on project requirements, we can support dimensional layouts, material certifications, FAIR, PPAP, and special process coordination.
Tooling is quoted as a separate line item. We manage tooling design, build, and validation to ensure repeatable casting performance throughout the life of the program.
We support a range of materials including aluminum, ductile iron, gray iron, steel, and magnesium depending on application requirements.

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We support multiple casting materials depending on application, volume, and performance requirements.

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Start Your Casting Project

Send us your drawings or project details and we’ll review and respond quickly.

Typical response within 1 business day.
sales@cpm-industries.com
Phone: 630.469.8200 Hours: Monday - Friday · 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CT
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What to Include

  • PDF drawings and CAD models
  • Material/alloy and quantity
  • Inspection and documentation requirements if applicable