*mydirectindustry

Catalogs
Mersen Power Transfer Technologies
Grade LFC554 - Carbon brushes for turbo generators

Grade LFC554 - Carbon brushes for turbo generators

Product catalog summary

Introduction
Mersen supports modern power generating equipment with high-speed carbon brushes, specifically the LFC554 grade, designed for strength, flexibility, and reliability.

Specifications

Density: 1.26
Resistivity: 2,000 µΩ.cm (787 µΩ.in)
Flexural strength: 11 MPa

Advantages of LFC554 Carbon Brushes

Lightweight with high strength and performance for energy efficiency.
Excellent damping and lubricating capabilities, leading to extended brush life and low wear.
Very low and stable friction coefficient, ensuring mechanical stability up to 100 m/s (328 ft/s).
Low electrical resistance for cooler running and homogeneous current distribution.
Current density range: 7 to 13 A/cm² (45 to 84 A/in²).

OEM Approvals
The LFC554 carbon grade is approved by major OEMs such as GE, Siemens, Alstom, BHEL, Melco, Toshiba, Ansaldo, L&T, and others.

Safety and Maintenance
The product includes a plug set and brush-holder for safe replacement under load, reducing maintenance and downtime.

Conclusion
Mersen, as a global expert in electrical specialties and graphite-based materials, offers the LFC554 carbon brushes for turbo generators, ensuring high performance and reliability.

Catalog excerpts

Grade LFC554 - Carbon brushes for turbo generators-1

TURBO GENERATOR CARBON BRUSHESLFC554 carbon grade servicing energy LFC554 carbon brush Plug set brush-holder guaranteeing full safety when replacing carbon brushes under load Mersen supports the requirements of modern power generating equipment demanding 'high speed' carbon brushes. «Imagine a Formula 1 doing 200 mph whilst transferring a powerful electric current! Unbelievable!» Our carbon brush grade is called LFC554 (LFC = Low Friction Coefficient). It was developed to provide: strength flexibility reliability s_* OEM approvals GE, Siemens, Alstom, BHEL, Melco, Toshiba, Ansaldo, L&T, Jinan Power, Harbin, STG, Dongfang, Electrosila, Elsib, Privod, Doosan, Electrotyazmash MeRserJ Expertise, our source of energy w

Open the catalog to page 1

Grade LFC554 - Carbon brushes for turbo generators-2

Technical characteristics ■ Density: 1.26 ■ Resistivity: 2,000 pQ.cm (787 pQ.in) ■ Flexural strength: 11 MPa AE-Zoom/LFC554-carbon-brushes-EN-l504 © Zsooofija | Dreamstime.com - Speedometer Photo Conditions d'essai I Test conditions Vitesse / Peripheral speed 85 mis / \ Advantages The advantages of the LFC554 grade are mainly related to its specific formulation and production process, producing a grade of light weight, high strength and high performance for optimum energy efficiency: ■ Excellent damping and lubricating capabilities S Extended carbon brush life time (low wear) S Respect of...

Open the catalog to page 2

All Mersen Power Transfer Technologies catalogs and technical brochures

*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.

Brand list