ToughMet's Combination of
Strength + Lubricity Means Longer Bearing
Life and More Control over Downtime.

Put ToughMet^®
to work for you.

Having more than twice the PV limit of most conventional bearing materials,ToughMet proves superior to steel, composites, bronzes and babbitted bearings in equipment such as heavily loaded journal bearings, petroleum mud motor rotors and stators, heavy equipment transmission thrust washers, and chemical processing valves.

Relying on ToughMet's lubricity and durability, numerous OEMs have reduced warranty claims, enhanced product reliability and extended, or in some cases, even eliminated maintenance cycles.

ToughMet anti-galling alloys are lead and beryllium free, exhibiting excellent corrosion and stress corrosion cracking resistance in sea water, chlorides and sulfides. When combined with the patented EquaCast^TM process, Brush Wellman's heat treatment process creates a fine homogeneous microstructure. This produces ultra-microscopic strengthening which is key to the advanced bearing technology. The low coefficient of friction also gives rise to ToughMet's excellent machinability, which is at least 3 times that of conventional tool steels.

Put ToughMet to work for you and experience the difference a 900-lb. Gorilla can make. For additional information regarding the strength and lubricity of the ToughMet product, please visit our case studies page for industry testimonials to the superiority of our product or contact a member of our qualified sales team.