Premium Bimetal Thrust Plates: High-Performance Solutions for Extreme Durability
Maximize the operational life and efficiency of your hydraulic systems with our precision-engineered Bimetal Thrust Plates. Designed to thrive in high-stress environments, our bimetal solutions provide the perfect balance of structural strength and superior surface characteristics. By combining a robust steel backing with a high-performance sintered copper alloy layer, these plates ensure your machinery maintains peak performance under the most demanding conditions.

Why Choose Bimetal Thrust Plates?
The primary purpose of a bimetal design is Composite Material Optimization. By strategically bonding two distinct metals, our thrust plates deliver:
Superior Mechanical Properties: High-quality rolling carbon steel or low alloy steel provides an exceptionally strong foundation.
Advanced Wear Resistance: The sintered copper alloy layer offers excellent anti-friction properties, preventing surface scoring.
Cost-Efficient Durability: Provides the surface benefits of premium bronze with the structural economy and strength of steel.
High-Speed Stability: Engineered to maintain integrity even at high linear speeds.
Strategic Material Composition & Technical Data
Our Bimetal Thrust Plates are manufactured using industry-leading materials to suit specific operational dynamics:
|
Material Layer |
Code |
Shear Strength (MPa) |
Max. Linear Speed (m/s) |
Hardness (HB) |
Remark |
|
Sintered Alloy |
CuPb10Sn10 |
≥150 |
12 |
60-90 |
Surface coating |
|
Sintered Alloy |
CuPb7Sn7Zn3 |
≥150 |
10 |
60-90 |
Surface coating |
|
Steel Backing |
SAE1010 |
Tensile: ≥365 |
- |
90-130 |
Carbon steel |
|
Steel Backing |
Q235B |
Tensile: 370-500 |
- |
90-130 |
Carbon steel |
|
Steel Backing |
Q345B |
Tensile: 490-675 |
- |
110-170 |
Low alloy steel |
The Bimetal Advantage: How It Differs
While solid aluminum or bronze plates serve many needs, Bimetal Thrust Plates offer a distinct technological edge for specific high-performance requirements:
The Strength Difference: Unlike solid bronze, the steel backing provides much higher tensile and shear strength, preventing deformation under extreme hydraulic loads.
The Wear Difference: Compared to aluminum, the sintered copper alloy layer provides vastly superior anti-friction and wear resistance, especially in high-speed applications.
The Thermal Difference: The composite structure allows for efficient heat dissipation through the steel backing while the alloy surface maintains a consistent hydrodynamic film.
Typical Applications
Our bimetal thrust plates are the backbone of high-performance hydraulic equipment, including:
Hydraulics: Essential for high-pressure external gear pumps and motors.
Heavy Construction: Pivot points and high-load bushings in earthmoving machinery.
Automotive & Transport: High-performance transmission and engine thrust components.
Manufacturing: Precision high-speed stamping and molding equipment.
Expert Guidance & Technical Support
If you have questions regarding material selection or require specific product data sheets for your custom designs, we are here to help. Please submit your inquiry via our website contact form or email us directly at [email protected] for a detailed technical consultation.
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