Through material formulation design (adding alloying elements such as copper, nickel, and molybdenum) and sintered density control, PM parts can achieve tensile strength and fatigue life comparable to, or even better than, traditional forged parts, and are already widely used in engine timing systems and transmission components.
Very much so. EV motor and reduction gear components are typically produced in medium-to-large volumes with complex geometries. The near-net-shape characteristics of powder metallurgy balance precision, lightweighting, and cost-effectiveness simultaneously, making it one of the fastest-growing application areas in the EV supply chain.
Suppliers should hold IATF 16949 quality management system certification and provide 100% inspection reports along with process capability index (Cpk) data for critical dimensions, ensuring consistency and traceability in high-volume production.