P/M Styles and Applications
Styles and Application of P/M Parts
Alloys
There are a number of industry standard alloys that are engineered for specific applications. Below are a few of the most common.
Styles
There are 3 styles that are most common for oil impregnated powdered metal bronze bushings. These styles are plain sleeve bushings, flanged sleeve bushings, and thrust washers. We manufacture and stock a full line of industry standard sizes for each of the three styles. We also manufacture and stock custom powdered metal bronze bushings for many of our customers.
Plain Sleeve Bushings |
Flanged Sleeve Bushings |
Thrust Washers |
Applications
Powdered Metal Bronze Bushings are used in a wide variety of industries. Over the years as the P/M technology has advanced, so did the amount of applications that utlized this type of product. Some of the major industries where you can find powdered metal bronze bushings are as follows:
Automotive
- Connecting Rods
- Main Bearing Caps
- Oil Pump Components
- Timing System Components
- Door Hatch & Lock Mechanism
- Upper & Lower Tilt Components
- Starter Motor Components
- Hydraulic Pump Parts
Lawn & Garden Power Equipment
- Lawn Mowers
- Tractors
- Chain Saws
Home & Office Appliances
- Copy Machines
- Dish Washers
- Air Conditioners
- Washing Machines
Recreational Vehicles
- Snowmobiles
- All Terrain Vehicles
- Bicycles
- Motorcycles
- Golf Carts