PERFORMET®

PerforMet® alloy from Materion is a nickel-silicide strengthened copper alloy with high strength and high thermal conductivity. It resists mechanical wear, corrosion and galling and has a low coefficient of friction when mated to other metals. PerforMet alloy retains its strength at elevated temperatures. It is non-magnetic and easily machined. Applications include valve seats, valve guides, piston rings and plain bearings, where PerforMet alloy provides long life while efficiently removing heat from critical engine components.

Product Features:

  • High strength
  • Strength retention at high temperature
  • Low friction
  • Wear resistance
  • Galling resistance
  • Corrosion resistance

Applications:

  • Piston rings
  • Plain bearings
  • Racing Materials
  • Valve guides
  • Valve seats

Technical Data

Chemical Analysis

NickelSiliconeChromiumCopper
6.4 – 7.61.5 – 2.50.6 – 1.2Balance

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