- Reciprocating Seals
Aftermarket
- Reciprocating Seals
Bonded Pistons
Aftermarket
Pistons are essential components of complex systems such as automatic transmission or switchable water pump, converting hydraulic pressure into linear motion. Thanks to Hutchinson extensive know-how on material and adhesion systems, overmolded pistons offer optimum performance and reliability while maintaining a compact design.
Compact solution to save space and weight
Easy assembly
Long service life
Key features
Applications
- Thermal Management
- Transmission: AT / DCT / CVT
Characteristics
- Lip design optimized to reduce friction
- No "stick-slip" effect
- Low hysteresis
- Low impact of temperature changes
- Very good tolerance for dimensions, surface roughness
- Oil compatibility of the rubber
Strengths
- Finite elements simulations and validations through functional tests
- Fully integrated in-house design, production, and validation process
- Full customization
- Expertise in fatigue of metal inserts
- High bonding performance
Compactness
Lightweight
Low friction
Durability
Easy installation & assembly
Automotive
Trucks & Buses
