Paper Transmission Plates

Paper Transmission Plates

Paper friction material although produced by paper making practises these materials are in fact elaborate composite structures which are made up of paper fibre, diatomite, carbon & friction powder. The materials porosity can reach highs of 70%. The production process consists of moulding the compound using heat & pressure, once the resin has solidified the material is blanked from sheet form & bonded to the steel core plate. Once this process is finished the final thicknesses & groove patterns are then machined to the surface. These are typically found in applications such as power shift transmissions & wheel brakes.

The following are properties that are associated with this type of material:

> Porous structure and flexibility
> Low ratio of static to dynamic coefficient of friction
> Smooth engagement
> Excellent energy capability
> Good wear resistance