An Overview of Two-Piece Die Cast Aluminum Intake Manifold Joining

820380

02/01/1982

Event
SAE International Congress and Exposition
Authors Abstract
Content
This paper reviews the development of the two-piece die cast aluminum single-plane intake manifold concept at Ford, with emphasis on manifold joining. Three joining methods, mechanical fasteners plus sealant, epoxy bonding, and welding were evaluated. All three methods were tested successfully using I-4, V-6 and V-8 engines. The results of a cost study indicated that in-air electron beam (AEB) welding would be the most economical joining method. Production of an EB welded die cast aluminum intake manifold was initiated Job 1, 1981 for the 1.6L I-4 engine.
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.4271/820380
Pages
12
Citation
Wlodyga, G., and Weiner, S., "An Overview of Two-Piece Die Cast Aluminum Intake Manifold Joining," SAE Technical Paper 820380, 1982, https://doi.org/10.4271/820380.
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Published
Feb 1, 1982
Product Code
820380
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English