JTEKT: Developed bearings for hydrogen-resistant environment: 10 times higher durability
-Hydrogen makes metals brittle-
-Contributing to improving FCV safety-
JTEKT:
On July 19, we developed a highly durable and highly corrosion-resistant bearing that is 10 times more durable than the conventional one.
Used for FCV hydrogen circulation pumps, etc.
Urgent problem:
Bearings for hydrogen circulation pumps are used in hydrogen and steam.
“Development of bearings that are resistant to hydrogen embrittlement and corrosion even in water vapor” was an urgent issue.
Development of highly durable and highly corrosion resistant bearings:
this time,
By adapting new materials and heat treatment
10 times more durable than conventional products
We have developed a bearing with corrosion resistance.
By using the developed product in the hydrogen circulation pump of FCV, it contributes to the improvement of safety and reliability of FCV.
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