Automotive pumps require BÖHLER steels with high strength, wear and corrosion resistance. Key quality features include ultra-clean materials, full traceability, controlled heat treatment, and rigorous testing for reliable performance.
Pumps in the automotive industry are critical components used in systems such as fuel delivery, lubrication, cooling, and transmission. These components operate under continuous mechanical stress, pressure fluctuations, and exposure to aggressive media including fuels, oils, and coolants. Material requirements are therefore focused on high strength, excellent wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and dimensional stability under varying temperatures. In addition, resistance to cavitation, fatigue, and surface degradation is essential to ensure long-term efficiency and reliability.
BÖHLER high-performance steels and alloys are specifically engineered to meet these demanding operational conditions. Advanced stainless steels, high-strength alloy steels, and wear-resistant grades provide optimized combinations of durability, corrosion resistance, and mechanical performance. Produced using advanced melting and refining technologies, BÖHLER materials ensure superior cleanliness, low inclusion levels, and homogeneous microstructures, supporting extended component life and reliable operation. Key quality features include strict control of chemical composition, certified traceability, and precisely defined heat treatment processes tailored to application requirements. Comprehensive testing, including wear, fatigue, corrosion resistance, and non-destructive inspection, ensures consistent performance. BÖHLER materials enable efficient, durable, and high-precision pump solutions for modern automotive systems.
BÖHLER S390 MICROCLEAN – “The decathlete” This grade is our PM steel with many positive usage properties. For twist drills, taps, mills, broaches, or cold-work applications, BÖHLER S390 MICROCLEAN is always a high performer.
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