Axle Holder
Benefit: Cost Saving, Increased Component Complexity
Main Forming Process: Metal Injection Moulding
End Use Sector: Automotive
Material: Copper, Ferrous
Finishing: Heat treatment in brackets
Description
The axle holder is made from AISI steel 17-4 PH (17Cr-4Ni with 4%Cu) . This metal injection moulded part which is 40 mm long and 1.0 mm thick acts as a flat spring which can be set to hold a steady pressure.
The part was originally made by a three stage process involving machining, wire EDM and coating.
Benefits
The MIM version results in a cost saving of 70%
Component Specification
Density (g/cm3):
7.7
Tensile Strength (MPa):
972 (1165)
Yield Strength (MPa):
896 (1089)
Hardness (RC): 25 (38)
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