Materion Brush Performance Alloys' ToughMet 2 is a high-performance, wrought, heat treatable, lead-free strip alloy that imparts superior mechanical performance and high thermal stability to plain bearing applications. The alloy has both excellent resistance to wear and high resistance to galling and seizing under high loads. In addition, ToughMet 2 high thermal conductivity provides effective heat dissipation in bearing applications. Parts are easily formed and they can be machined either before or after heat treatment. ToughMet 2 heat treatment is a simple single step process for three hours at 370-400 oC (700-750 oF). Heat treated ToughMet 2 bearings do not significantly work harden in service. ToughMet 2 strip is available in two tempers (A and ½ H) depending on the required strength and formability. ToughMet 2 is compatible with conventional processing fluids, oils and lubricants.