A manufacturer of high-quality suspension systems for motorsport and street performance was facing a persistent problem: under specific conditions, a shock absorber would emit a squeaking noise. This was not in keeping with the premium quality they deliver. As the problem was tribological in nature, they approached us for a PTFE-based solution. Together, we investigated which materials and thicknesses could offer the right combination of wear resistance, flexibility and quiet operation under extreme conditions.
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+31 (0)6 25 14 17 54 a.chaniotakis@unspi.comTogether, we identified:
This provided a clear framework for the choice of material.
We selected several variants and thicknesses, cut them to size on our precision cutting plotter and sent off the first test order.
Fit: perfect.
Performance: unsatisfactory — excessive wear, a squeaking noise continued to occur under load.
Following our evaluation, we decided to test a radically different class of material: high-density PTFE film. Once again, it was cut to size with the same high precision.
Result:
Together, we reviewed the results in terms of performance, durability and reproducibility. PTFE film proved to be the only solution that remained consistently silent both under dynamic loads and in extreme conditions. A bespoke PTFE film application that completely eliminates squeaking, extends service life and raises the performance of high-end shock absorbers to the desired premium level.
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