High-Performance Applications

Automotive Sector

The automotive and motorsport sectors need materials that reduce weight without sacrificing strength or durability. SMP supplies tungsten counterweights, titanium fasteners and molybdenum components for high-performance applications.

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Tungsten counterweights for crankshaft balancing
Ti-6Al-4V fasteners for motorsport
Tungsten carbide for machining tools
Molybdenum for thermal and vacuum components
Titanium for valves and valve springs in racing engines

Use cases

Applications in Automotive Sector

Crankshaft counterweights

Tungsten counterweights for dynamic balancing of high-rpm crankshafts.

Motorsport fasteners

Ti-6Al-4V titanium screws, nuts and bolts for suspension, crankcase, intake and exhaust in racing vehicles.

Valves and valvetrain

Machined titanium bars for intake and exhaust valves in high-compression engines. Reduced inertial mass.

Machining tools

WC-Co tungsten-carbide inserts and tips for turning and milling aluminium, cast iron and case-hardening steels.

Thermal and vacuum components

Molybdenum bars, plates and wire for thermal management and vacuum applications in automotive environments.

Sensor shielding

Tungsten collimators and shields for radiation sensors in autonomous vehicles and measurement systems.

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Materials for Automotive Sector

Maximum density for compact counterweights and long tool life in cutting applications.

Outstanding strength-to-weight ratio for high-performance components.

Components for demanding thermal management and vacuum applications.

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