# How to Choose a Pressure-Tight Aluminum Casting Supplier for Pump, Valve, and Fluid OEM Parts
If your part has to hold pressure or survive leak testing, the cheapest casting quote is usually the wrong starting point. You need a pressure-tight aluminum casting supplier that understands porosity risk, machining sequence, and OEM communication.
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What to Check
1. Process route
Gravity casting with A356-T6 offers better structure and machining consistency than commodity casting routes.
2. Machining strategy
Ask which faces or bores are leak-critical and whether pressure testing happens before or after key machining steps.
3. RFQ discipline
A good supplier asks for drawing, alloy target, pressure requirement, machining scope, annual volume, and packaging expectations.
4. Tooling logic
Leak-sensitive castings should be quoted with tooling and manufacturability in mind.
5. Relevant products
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FAQ
Which alloy is common for pressure-tight castings?
A356 balances castability, corrosion resistance, and heat-treatment response.
Bottom Line
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