1 Automotive Brush Cards Key Raw Materials Introduction
Copper: Copper is used as a conductor of heat and electricity, as a building material, and as a constituent of various metal alloys, such as sterling silver used in jewelry, cupronickel used to make marine hardware and coins, and constantan used in strain gauges and thermocouples for temperature measurement. Copper can be applied to electronic components because normally the lower the resistivity level, the more electrical conductivity a metal has. And since copper wire has a low resistivity level, it’s a fantastic electrical conductor.
Steel: Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon with improved strength and fracture resistance compared to other forms of iron. Many other elements may be present or added. Stainless steels, resistant to corrosion and oxidation, typically need an additional chromium. Because of its high tensile strength and low cost, steel is used in buildings, infrastructure, tools, ships, trains, cars, bicycles, machines, electrical appliances, furniture, and weapons.
Plastic: Plastics are a wide range of synthetic or semi-synthetic materials that use polymers as a main ingredient. Their plasticity makes it possible for plastics to be molded, extruded, or pressed into solid objects of various shapes. This adaptability, plus a wide range of other properties, such as being lightweight, durable, flexible, and inexpensive to produce, has led to its widespread use. Besides, plastics do not conduct electricity and are therefore used in a variety of applications where their insulating properties are needed.
2 Key Suppliers of Raw Materials
The following is the list of key suppliers for each of the raw materials along with their contact information. For copper, the suppliers include Anglo American Plc, Antofagasta Plc, and BHP Billiton Group. For steel, the suppliers include Ansteel Group Corporation Limited, ArcelorMittal S.A., and China Baowu Steel Group Corporation Limited. And for the plastic, the suppliers include BASF SE, SABIC, and Dow Inc.
Table Key Suppliers List of Raw Materials
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Copper | Anglo American Plc |
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Antofagasta Plc |
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BHP Billiton Group |
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3 Production Process of Automotive Brush Cards
Basic raw materials such as copper, steel, and plastic are put through a series of complex processes including melting, molding, and shaping to form the base components of the brush cards. Once formed, these components are carefully assembled with other key components such as electrical contacts and brushes to complete the brush card assembly. Throughout the production lifecycle, stringent quality control measures are implemented to ensure that each component meets the required standards and performance criteria. The final stage of the production process is the packaging and storage of the finished brush cards in preparation for distribution or integration into other automotive components.
4 Driving Factors for Automotive Brush Cards Market
Table Driving Factors for Automotive Brush Cards Market
Item | Description |
| The rising popularity of automobiles increases the demand for automotive brush cards. The automotive sector is the most important application area for automotive brush cards. Automotive brush cards are used in several components of automobiles. The growth of automobiles has had a significant impact on the demand for automotive brush cards. Brush cards are often encapsulated inside the motor, which are an important part of the motor. As the demand for motors in automobiles rises, so will the demand for automotive brush cards. Increasing Adoption from the Automobile Sector especially EVs to Promote Market Growth automotive brush cards are used as an important motor compose for several applications, mainly including the automobile industry. The introduction of electric vehicles (EVs) and the rising demand for automobiles have added to the growth of this market. |
| The automotive industry is a major consumer of electric motors. On average, a typical car has nearly 40 electric motors. This also implies that automobile brush cards are also heavily used. Meanwhile, With the spread of environmental awareness, more and more energy-efficient motors are gaining attention in the automobile industry. So the massive use of energy-efficient motors will also lead to an increase in the demand for automotive brush cards. Improving the efficiency of electric motors and the equipment they drive can save energy, reduce operating costs, and improve productivity. Energy efficiency should be a major consideration when buyers purchase or rewind a motor. Considerable variation exists between the performance of standard and energy-efficient motors. Improved design, materials, and manufacturing techniques enable energy-efficient motors to accomplish more work per unit of electricity consumed. Energy-efficient motors offer other benefits. Because they are constructed with improved manufacturing techniques and superior materials, energy-efficient motors usually have higher service factors, longer insulation and bearing lives, lower waste heat output, and less vibration, all of which increase reliability. Using energy-efficient motors reduces operating expenses. |
5 Market Challenges and Risks
Table Market Challenges and Risks
Item | Description |
| Fluctuations in the price, availability, and quality of the raw materials, and components used in manufacturing automotive brush cards could have an adverse effect on costs of sales, profitability, and the ability to meet customers’ demands. Prices of major raw materials used to manufacture automotive brush cards, such as copper and aluminum have increased significantly over the last few years. The volatility of raw material prices seriously threatens vendor profit margins in the automotive brush cards market. At the same time, labor costs are rising due to labor shortages. The cost, quality, and availability of such commodities have been significantly affected in recent years by, among other things, changes in global supply and demand, changes in laws and regulations (including tariffs and duties), changes in exchange rates and worldwide price levels, natural disasters, labor disputes, terrorism, and political unrest or instability. These factors could lead to further automotive brush card price increases or supply interruptions in the future. As discussed above, in the short term, rapid changes in raw material costs can be very difficult for automotive brush card manufacturers to offset with price increases because, in the case of many contracts, suppliers have committed to selling prices for goods and services for periods. Manufactures’ profit margins could be adversely affected if commodity, raw material, and component costs remain high or escalate further, and, automotive brush cards manufacturers are unable to pass along a portion of the higher costs to customers. Therefore, Volatility in Raw Material Prices is not conducive to the development of the automotive brush cards industry. |
| Brushed DC motors, featuring simple design and easy control, are widely used to open and close disk trays. In cars, they are often used for retracting, extending, and positioning electrically powered side windows. The low cost of these motors makes them suitable for many uses. One drawback, however, is that brushes and commutators tend to wear relatively quickly as a result of their continued contact, requiring frequent replacement and periodic maintenance. Brushless motors, contain a stator, armature, and rotor but have no physical commutator or brushes. This design eliminates the friction present in a brushed motor, leading to several advantages, including high efficiency, controllability, and so on. Specifically, brushless DC motors (BLDC) feature high efficiency and excellent controllability and are widely used in many applications. The BLDC motor also has power-saving advantages relative to other motor types. Besides, brushed motors, in contrast, reach maximum torque at only certain points in the rotation. For a brushed motor to deliver the same torque as a brushless model, it would need to use larger magnets. BLDC motor can control continuously at maximum rotational force (torque). This is why even small BLDC motors can deliver considerable power. The second big advantage—related to the first—is controllability. BLDC motors can be controlled, using feedback mechanisms, to deliver precisely the desired torque and rotation speed. Precision control in turn reduces energy consumption and heat generation, and—in cases where motors are battery-powered—lengthens the battery life. Meanwhile, BLDC motors also offer high durability and low electric noise generation, thanks to the lack of brushes. According to data, brushless motors are usually more energy-efficient than brushed. The electronics technology in brushless motor makes the rate of failures low and reduced maintenance requirements. Better efficiency, less electric noise generation, being faster, etc. have made brushless motors a better choice compared to the brushed ones. Due to declining costs and better performance, brushless motors are gaining in popularity in many applications. These advantages of brushless motors will influence the choice of downstream customers, which is expected to pose a threat to the automotive brush cards market. |
