FTL513 rigid sintered friction material
FTL513 is a sintered friction material especially designed for high energy systems. FTL513 is copper based with no asbestos lead or zinc. Its main characteristic is having a high wear resistance even under high energy conditions.
Published values are a starting point. Selection depends on the complete application.
FTL513 technical data sheet
As published by FTL.
FTL513 is a sintered friction material especially designed for high energy systems. FTL513 is copper based with no asbestos lead or zinc. Its main characteristic is having a high wear resistance even under high energy conditions.
Applications
- FTL513 is ideal for wind turbines, industrial disc brake, crane brakes and especial vehicles like high speed trains, racing motor bikes or cars and armed vehicles.
The full FTL513 sheet
Technical data, recommended operating range, test conditions, mating surface, bonding and the performance curves, as published by FTL.
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NOTE Summary values are indicative and must be read with the full document and its stated test conditions.
Engineering capability backed by controlled manufacture and inspection
SDTS approached FTL after the original aircraft brake pad was no longer available. FTL redesigned the pad, established a replacement material route and manufactured a component aligned with the stated aeronautical technical requirements, supporting SDTS's modification-certification process.
“To continue flying our aircraft, we approached FTL to find replacement solutions for our brake pad problem, as the original part was no longer available on the market. The quality of our discussions, from both a technical and commercial standpoint, FTL's responsiveness in redesigning the pad with a material that meets aeronautical technical requirements, and their ability to adapt to our aeronautical environment allowed us to certify a modification applicable to our aircraft. The quality of the manufactured product is remarkable. Thanks to FTL, we can continue to fly, land, and brake safely.”
Olivier Moulin ![]()
Established in 2003, FTL's integrated chain is supported by controlled manufacture, inspection and traceability, and held to recognised quality, environmental, safety and supply-chain standards.
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The SDTS example demonstrates linked engineering, material and manufacturing support.
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