Friction sheet material, formulated and made by FTL
Rigid sheets, flexible rolls and discs in FTL's own formulations. FTL cuts, bonds and machines it in-house where the component needs it.
A sheet is a starting point. FTL supplies the material, or the finished component cut from it.
Friction materials supplied as sheet, roll or disc
Supply sizes are on each material's data sheet. Every reference opens its sheet.
| Material | Type | Form | Dynamic friction co | Static friction co | Supplied as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01FTL095 | Woven | Flexible | 0.50µ | 0.60µ | Roll |
| 02FTL123 | Organic | Flexible | 0.35µ | 0.32µ | Roll |
| 03FTL126 | Organic | Rigid | 0.42µ | 0.38µ | Sheet, Discs, Shapes |
| 04FTL127 | Organic | Rigid | 0.32µ | 0.34µ | Sheet, Discs |
| 05FTL128 | Organic | Rigid | 0.38µ | 0.30µ | Sheet, Discs |
| 06FTL129 | Woven | Flexible | 0.42µ | 0.45µ | Sheet, Roll, Discs, Shapes |
| 07FTL130 | Organic | Rigid | 0.15µ | 0.12µ | Sheet |
| 08FTL131 | Organic | Rigid | 0.38µ | 0.40µ | Sheet, Discs, Shapes |
| 09FTL132 | Organic | Flexible | 0.38µ | 0.35µ | Roll |
| 10FTL133 | Woven | Flexible | 0.47µ | 0.50µ | Sheet, Roll, Shapes |
| 11FTL135 | Organic | Rigid | 0.42µ | 0.38µ | Sheet, Discs, Shapes |
| 12FTL135.1 | Organic | Rigid | 0.42µ | 0.40µ | Sheet, Discs, Shapes |
| 13FTL137 | Woven | Rigid | 0.40µ | 0.52µ | Sheet, Roll |
| 14FTL141.1 | Kevlar | Rigid | 0.50µ | 0.60µ | Sheet, Discs, Shapes |
| 15FTL142 | Organic | Rigid | 0.40µ | 0.35µ | Sheet, Shapes |
| 16FTL146 | Organic | Rigid | 0.35µ | 0.35µ | Sheet, Discs, Shapes |
| 17FTL171 | Woven | Rigid | 0.35µ | 0.45µ | Sheet |
| 18FTL171M | Woven | Rigid | 0.35µ | 0.45µ | Sheet |
| 19FTL511 | Sintered | Rigid | 0.42µ | 0.50µ | Shapes |
NOTE Thicker sheet, other sizes, special shapes and materials not listed here are on application.
Three supplied forms, one material range
Flexible roll
Woven and flexible organic materials supplied on the roll, for brake bands, cut and shaped linings and cone linings.
From sheet to finished component
The same site that formulates the material cuts it, bonds it and inspects it, so a sheet can leave as a component.
CNC machining
Sheet cut and machined to the component geometry, for prototype and repeat manufacture.
Explore CNC Machining →Bonding and finishing
Material bonded to the backing component in a controlled manufacturing route.
Explore Bonding & Finishing →Testing and inspection
Material and component evidence against a defined engineering question.
Explore Testing & Inspection →Tell FTL what the sheet is for
Tell us what the application is, and FTL recommends from the full range.
Tell FTL what the material is for
Tell us what the application is, and FTL recommends from the full range.
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.
Bring us the application, drawing or performance problem.
Tell Friction Technology what the component or friction system needs to do. A short initial brief is enough to start. The right technical and commercial people then join the conversation to understand the operating conditions, available information and required next step.
Optional drawing or specification upload. No long technical questionnaire at this stage.