Composite Retainers
The utilization of our proprietary composite material made into retainers, which exhibit a weight reduction of approximately 65% compared to their high-performance titanium counterparts, results in a significant decrease in the weight of each valve assembly. This weight reduction contributes to enhancing overall engine performance, specifically in terms of a lighter-weight valvetrain and quicker acceleration rates. In contrast to titanium, composite retainers can preserve their dimensions and strength even when subjected to highly elevated temperatures within the engine. The component's high stiffness and material composition effectively mitigate detrimental harmonic vibrations, thereby enhancing the accuracy of valve motion and consequently augmenting the engine's longevity and operational effectiveness.
Why Composite Parts?
Our composite parts are significantly lighter than traditional steel, titanium, and aluminum parts. Switching to lighter parts will increase your motor response time and acceleration. Lighter parts also carry less momentum, meaning they will put less stress on other parts and increase safety for your driver and engine.
Composites have a different resonance frequency than steel and aluminum which, eliminates the harmful harmonic effects that accumulate in an all-metal engine. Your other engine parts will also benefit by experiencing less stress and fatigue, making composite parts a long-term and cost-effective investment.
The properties of composites can be optimized for different situations by varying fiber types, fiber architectures, resin systems, and manufacturing processes. Through years of rigorous research and development, we have engineered each of our parts to leverage the benefits of specific treatments and formulas. Because of this, our parts are just as strong or stronger than incumbent parts while being a fraction of the weight.
These factors translate to a significant increase in the performance, longevity, and safety of your engine. As the leader in advanced structural composites, we are revolutionizing the automotive industry.