Pulley & Drive
Household Appliances
The pulley is a crucial component in mechanical systems like washing machines, responsible for transmitting torque and ensuring smooth rotational movement. It supports high loads and operates under demanding conditions.
Using LFT for pulleys enhances strength, impact resistance, and dimensional stability. It resists warpage and degradation under high RPM and fluctuating loads.
Performance Considerations
Material
PET LFT
Tensile Strength
150 MPa
Heat Deflection Temperature
180°C
Impact Resistance
25 kJ/m²
Key Performance Considerations Lightweight, high thermal resistance, excellent fatigue and creep performance
Drum Spider
Household Appliances
The Drum Spider is a key part of front-load washing machines, connecting the drum to the drive shaft for smooth rotation during wash cycles. It faces high mechanical stresses and environmental challenges like corrosion and scaling, making it prone to degradation, especially when made from traditional materials like Die cast aluminum (ADC 12)
Using LFT for drum spiders is a thermodynamic solution with superior strength, corrosion resistance, and design flexibility. The component can be loaded with dynamic loads and enhances overall machine performance due to reduced weight inertial load on the motor.
Performance Considerations
Centrifugal Load Strength
≥ 1500 N: 2000 N at a max spin speed
Break Load Strength
≥ 9,000 N
Washing Cycles
2500-4000 cycles
Key Performance Considerations Low Scaling in Hard Water, High Chemical Resistance
