AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
Jan. 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
BorgWarner's next-generation 6.35 mm inverted tooth silent engine
timing chains are launching on engines from Mitsubishi, Suzuki,
Hyundai, General Motors Korea and one Chinese automaker. The
innovative engine timing chain is designed to reduce friction,
resulting in as much as 0.3 to 0.6 percent improvement in fuel
economy based on customer testing. BorgWarner will produce the new
low-friction engine timing chains for a variety of 0.66- to
2.0-liter gasoline engines for vehicles in Japan, China
and Korea.
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"As automakers began downsizing engines to improve fuel economy,
BorgWarner recognized opportunities to help further improve engine
efficiency by reducing power-wasting friction in the engine timing
system," said Joe Fadool, President
and General Manager, BorgWarner Morse TEC. "With our
state-of-the-art testing and simulation capabilities, BorgWarner
has developed a new, smaller-pitch engine timing chain that reduces
friction while delivering lower noise and improved durability for
these tough engine environments."
BorgWarner's low-friction engine timing chain combines inverted
tooth silent chain technology with an optimized link back shape.
Compared with conventional technology, the optimized link back
shape reduces contact area and friction as the chain slides along
the arms and guides, where most friction losses occur. In addition,
super finish apertures enhance wear and efficiency performance, and
"E" polishing improves surface finish to reduce friction.
About BorgWarner
Auburn Hills, Michigan-based
BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a technology leader in highly
engineered components and systems for powertrain applications
worldwide. Operating manufacturing and technical facilities in 56
locations in 19 countries, the company develops products to improve
fuel economy, reduce emissions and enhance performance. Customers
include VW/Audi, Ford, Toyota, Renault/Nissan, General Motors,
Hyundai/Kia, Daimler, Chrysler, Fiat, BMW, Honda, John Deere, PSA,
and MAN. For more information, please visit borgwarner.com.
BorgWarner's next-generation 6.35 mm inverted tooth silent
engine timing chains are designed to reduce friction, helping to
improve fuel economy as much as 0.3 to 0.6 percent based on
customer testing.
SOURCE BorgWarner