Specific applications of graphite copper plates in the bridge industry

Graphite copper plates are often used as bridge bearing pads due to their excellent wear resistance, self-lubrication and thermal conductivity. In the bearing system of large bridges, graphite copper plates are used as pad materials, which can withstand the huge load transmitted by the bridge's superstructure, reduce maintenance needs through its self-lubricating properties, and improve the overall safety and reliability of the bridge.
As a bridge support pad, graphite copper plates can not only effectively extend the service life of the bridge, but also reduce maintenance costs. Its self-lubricating properties eliminate the need to add additional lubricant during the sliding process, reducing the complexity and frequency of maintenance work. Therefore, in the bridge manufacturing industry, graphite copper plates are an ideal material choice, especially where heavy loads and sliding friction are required.

Advantages of graphite copper plate as bridge bearing pad‌
Graphite copper plates have significant advantages as bridge support pads, mainly reflected in the following aspects:

• Excellent wear resistance‌: Graphite copper plate is composed of a copper matrix and graphite particles embedded in it. This structure gives it excellent wear resistance and can withstand long-term friction and wear at the bridge support.
• Self-lubricating properties‌: As a natural solid lubricant, graphite has an extremely low friction coefficient, which allows the graphite copper plate to effectively reduce the direct contact between metals during the sliding process, thereby reducing wear and heat generation.
• Good thermal conductivity‌: Graphite copper plate combines the thermal conductivity of copper and the lubrication properties of graphite, which can quickly transfer heat and prevent the performance degradation of the support pad due to overheating.
• ‌Corrosion resistance‌: Graphite copper plate has good corrosion resistance and can work stably for a long time in harsh working environments, extending the service life of the equipment.

Zhejiang Mingxu Machinery Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is committed to the manufacturing and research and development of solid self-lubricating wear-resistant parts. The standard parts of graphite copper plate products are fully stocked, and the size can also be customized according to customer drawings, aiming to provide you with self-lubricating products that are more suitable for your working conditions.
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