APS brake discs are state-of-the-art CNC machined from a one-piece forging.
When the metal is forged it creates a directional grain flow that follows the contour of the disc. This allows for a much stronger disc that has a reduced risk of the cracking and catastrophic failures associated with the inferior welded design.
APS brake discs are state-of-the-art CNC machined from a one-piece forging.
The heat treatment strengthens the steel by bonding the carbon, oxygen and nitrogen in the top layer of the metal.
Our proprietary heat treatment has a two-fold purpose. The heat treatment strengthens the steel by bonding the carbon, oxygen and nitrogen in the top layer of the metal. This is not a coating that can wear off. The steel itself is transformed.
The heat treatment gives the steel its “BlackSteel” appearance and provides a surface with a high resistance to the corrosion and longer life associated with the extreme thermal cycling experienced in aircraft braking systems.
APS brake discs and linings generally cost less than the OEM. When you consider the cost savings alongside the longer life, APS brake discs and linings are a value you just won't find anywhere else.
