FLD20.16 Sponge Iron Powder

FLD20.16 is a hydrogen reduced sponge iron powder grade developed for friction material applications. It features low apparent density, high internal porosity, large specific surface area and fine particle size distribution for brake pads and related friction systems.

Product Overview

FLD20.16 is a hydrogen reduced sponge iron powder designed for brake pads, friction materials and bonded material systems.

With low apparent density, fine particle size distribution and porous sponge structure, FLD20.16 supports friction formulations requiring stable braking performance, reduced material consumption, good wear resistance and effective noise suppression.

Technical Data Sheet

FLD20.16 Typical Technical Data

Reference specification values for chemical properties, physical properties and particle size distribution. Full TDS and COA can be provided upon request.

Grade Type Friction Material Grade

H₂ Loss Range 0.45–0.85 wt%

Apparent Density 1.40–1.80 g/cm³

Main Fine Fraction Balance -325 mesh, wt%

Chemical Properties

Reference chemical properties for FLD20.16 sponge iron powder.

Test Name	Unit	Specification
H₂ Loss	wt%	0.45–0.85
Acid Insolubility	wt%	—
Fe (Iron)	wt%	Base

Physical Properties

Low apparent density and porous structure for friction material formulations.

Test Name	Unit	Specification
Apparent Density	g/cm³	1.40–1.80

Particle Size Distribution

Reference sieve distribution for FLD20.16 hydrogen reduced sponge iron powder.

Particle Size	Unit	Specification
+20 mesh	wt%	≤3.00
-20/+60 mesh	wt%	Balance
-60/+100 mesh	wt%	Balance
-100/+325 mesh	wt%	≤5.00
-325 mesh	wt%	Balance

Advantages & Benefits

Typical product features for brake pads and friction material applications.

Feature	Description
Hydrogen Reduced	Hydrogen reduced sponge iron powder with porous particle structure.
Low Apparent Density	Supports lightweight friction material formulation and material consumption reduction.
High Internal Porosity	Provides large specific surface area and good compatibility in friction systems.
Fine Particle Distribution	Fine particle size distribution supports stable dispersion and formulation performance.
Friction Material Performance	Helps optimize braking surface performance, wear resistance and noise suppression.

Note: The above data is for general reference only. Actual values may vary by production batch. Detailed TDS and COA are available according to customer requirements.

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