Manufacturing Instructions For Custom Made Toyota Supra Spoiler (Labtest)
Manufacturing Instructions For Custom Made Toyota Supra Spoiler (Labtest)
Pattern Making:
• Create a detailed pattern of the spoiler using CAD software.
• The pattern should reflect the final shape and design.
Mold Making:
• Use the pattern to create a mold for casting.
• Choose a suitable molding material, such as sand or investment casting,
depending on the complexity of the design.
b. Foundry:
Melting Alloy:
• Melt the aluminium 6061-T6 alloy in a foundry furnace.
• Ensure the temperature is sufficient for proper casting.
Pouring:
• Pour the molten aluminium into the prepared mold.
• Allow it to cool and solidify.
Heating:
• Preheat the cast or machined aluminium spoiler to a temperature between
477°C to 532°C.
• Hold the temperature for a sufficient duration to allow the alloying elements
to dissolve. The recommended time is typically 1 to 2 hours.
Quenching:
• Rapidly cool the spoiler by quenching it in a suitable quenching medium, such
as water or polymer.
• Achieve a fast and uniform cooling rate to prevent the formation of
undesirable phases.
b. Artificial Aging:
• Heat the spoiler to a lower temperature, typically around 177°C to 204°C.
• Hold the temperature for a specified time, usually between 4 to 12 hours.
• The aging process allows the precipitation of strengthening phases within the
aluminium matrix.
4. CNC Machining:
• Secure the cast spoiler in a CNC machine.
• Use proper fixturing to ensure stability during machining.
• Perform rough and finish machining as needed.
5. Assembly Processes:
a. Welding:
Surface Preparation:
• Clean and degrease surfaces to be welded.
• Remove any oxide layers.
Welding Method:
• Use Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding for precise and clean welds.
• Adjust parameters for welding aluminium.
b. Sealant Application:
Surface Cleaning:
• Thoroughly clean surfaces with a suitable solvent.
Sealant Selection:
• Choose a sealant compatible with aluminium surfaces.
Sealant Application:
• Apply the sealant evenly to mating surfaces.
c. Fastening:
Fastener Selection:
• Choose corrosion-resistant fasteners suitable for aluminium.
Installation:
• Drill precise holes for fasteners.
• Torque fasteners to specifications.