Toughmet®
Toughmet®
Toughmet® is a copper nickel tin alloy with exceptional mechanical properties that can be used as an upgrade from a standard bronze bearing. With a Toughmet Bearing it is possible to apply a higher load or reduce the contact area under the existing load.
Reasons for Selecting Toughmet:
1. High Strenght and Hardness
Like Titanium.
2. Low Coefficient of Friction
Like Leaded Bronze
3. Great Wear Resistance
Like Steel.
4. Freedom from Galling
Like Beryllium Copper
5. Great Corrosion Resistance
Like Aluminum Bronze
6. Excellent Machinability
Three Times as Fast as Tool Steel
7. Lead Free
Toughmet® is a registered trademark of Materion Corporation, registered in the U.S. and other countries