Friction Sheets | McMaster-Carr

	Thickness Thickness

	Width Width

	Length Length

	Maximum Coefficient of Friction Maximum Coefficient of Friction

0.14

0.35

0.55

	Maximum Temperature Maximum Temperature

500° F

550° F

600° F

	Backing Type Backing Type


Plain	Adhesive

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	Color Color

	Beige
	Yellow
	Black

	Material Material

Fiberglass Fabric

Aramid/Fiberglass Blend
Fabric

	Maximum Pressure Maximum Pressure

500 psi

600 psi

	Density Density

	Maximum Rubbing Speed Maximum Rubbing Speed

96 Products

High-Friction Brake and Clutch Lining

With a high maximum coefficient of friction, these sheets provide immediate engagement. Also known as friction material, they can be riveted or bonded. They do not contain asbestos.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

7 1/2" × 7 1/2"
Thick.	Max. Rubbing Speed	Max. Coefficient of Friction	Max. Temp., °F	Max. Pressure, psi		Each
Molded
1/8"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	000000
3/16"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	00000
1/4"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	00000
5/16"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	00000
3/8"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	00000
1/2"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	00000
5/8"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	00000
3/4"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	00000
15" × 15"
Molded
1/8"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	00000
3/16"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	00000
1/4"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	00000
5/16"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	00000
3/8"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	000000
1/2"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	000000
5/8"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	000000
3/4"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	000000
30" × 30"
Molded
1/8"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	000000
3/16"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	000000
1/4"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	000000
5/16"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	000000
3/8"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	000000
1/2"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	000000
5/8"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	000000
3/4"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.55	550°	500	00000000	000000

Medium-Friction Brake and Clutch Lining

These sheets provide stable torque at high and low speeds. Also known as friction material, they can be riveted or bonded. They do not contain asbestos.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

					7 1/2" × 7 1/2"		15" × 15"		30" × 30"
Thick.	Max. Rubbing Speed	Max. Coefficient of Friction	Max. Temp., °F	Max. Pressure, psi		Each		Each		Each
Molded
1/8"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.35	550°	500	0000000	000000	0000000	000000	0000000	0000000
3/16"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.35	550°	500	0000000	00000	0000000	00000	0000000	000000
1/4"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.35	550°	500	0000000	00000	0000000	00000	0000000	000000
5/16"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.35	550°	500	0000000	00000	0000000	00000	0000000	000000
3/8"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.35	550°	500	0000000	00000	0000000	00000	0000000	000000
1/2"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.35	550°	500	0000000	00000	0000000	000000	0000000	000000
5/8"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.35	550°	500	0000000	00000	0000000	000000	0000000	000000
3/4"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.35	550°	500	0000000	00000	0000000	000000	0000000	000000
1"	5,000 fpm @ 500 psi	0.35	550°	500	0000000	00000	0000000	000000	0000000	000000

Low-Friction Brake and Clutch Lining

Use these sheets for a smooth stop. Also known as friction material, they can be riveted or bonded. They do not contain asbestos.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

					7 1/2"×7 1/2"		15"×15"		30"×30"
Thick.	Max. Rubbing Speed	Max. Coefficient of Friction	Max. Temp., °F	Max. Pressure, psi		Each		Each		Each
Molded
1/8"	4,500 fpm @ 600 psi	0.14	600°	600	0000000	000000	0000000	000000	0000000	0000000
3/16"	4,500 fpm @ 600 psi	0.14	600°	600	0000000	00000	0000000	00000	0000000	000000
1/4"	4,500 fpm @ 600 psi	0.14	600°	600	0000000	00000	0000000	00000	0000000	000000
5/16"	4,500 fpm @ 600 psi	0.14	600°	600	0000000	00000	0000000	00000	0000000	000000
3/8"	4,500 fpm @ 600 psi	0.14	600°	600	0000000	00000	0000000	00000	0000000	000000
1/2"	4,500 fpm @ 600 psi	0.14	600°	600	0000000	00000	0000000	000000	0000000	000000
5/8"	4,500 fpm @ 600 psi	0.14	600°	600	0000000	00000	0000000	000000	0000000	000000
3/4"	4,500 fpm @ 600 psi	0.14	600°	600	0000000	00000	0000000	000000	0000000	000000

Mildew-Resistant Aramid/Fiberglass Blend Fabric

A blend of aramid and fiberglass, this fabric resists mildew and abrasion. It is self-extinguishing and won't melt, so it's often used for insulation applications.

Wd.	Thick.	Density, oz./sq. yd.	Max. Temperature, °F	Color	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
40"	0.030"	8	600°	Yellow	1, 2, 3, 6, 15, 30	000000	000000
40"	0.057"	17	600°	Yellow	1, 2, 3, 6, 15, 30	000000	00000
40"	0.110"	30	600°	Yellow	1, 2, 3, 6, 15, 30	000000	00000

PTFE-Coated Fiberglass Fabric Sheets

The PTFE coating makes these fiberglass sheets nonstick and chemical resistant.

Plain Backing
Wd.	Thick.	Density, oz./sq. yd.	Max. Temperature, °F	Color	Adhesive Type	Max. Adhesive Temperature, °F	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
37 1/2"	0.003"	4	500°	Beige	__	__	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	0000000	000000
37 1/2"	0.005"	8	500°	Beige	__	__	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	0000000	00000
37 1/2"	0.006"	9	500°	Beige	__	__	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	0000000	00000
37 1/2"	0.010"	14	500°	Beige	__	__	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	0000000	00000
37 1/2"	0.020"	27	500°	Beige	__	__	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	0000000	00000
43 3/4"	0.014"	17	500°	Beige	__	__	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	0000000	00000
Adhesive Backing
12"	0.003"	6	500°	Beige	Silicone	500°	1	0000000	00000
12"	0.006"	11	500°	Beige	Silicone	500°	1	0000000	00000
12"	0.010"	17	500°	Beige	Silicone	500°	1	0000000	00000

Tear-Resistant PTFE-Coated Fiberglass Fabric Sheets

These sheets are 50% more tear resistant than other fiberglass fabric sheets. The PTFE coating makes them nonstick and chemical resistant.

Wd.	Thick.	Density, oz./sq. yd.	Max. Temperature, °F	Color	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
37 1/2"	0.003"	4	500°	Beige	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	0000000	000000
37 1/2"	0.005"	8	500°	Beige	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	0000000	00000
37 1/2"	0.006"	9	500°	Beige	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	0000000	00000
40 1/4"	0.010"	14	500°	Beige	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	0000000	00000

PTFE-Coated Fiberglass Mesh Fabric Sheets

With larger openings than porous fiberglass fabric, these sheets allow for more air circulation in drying applications. The PTFE coating makes them nonstick and chemical resistant.

			Mesh Opening
Wd.	Thick.	Density, oz./sq. yd.	Wd.	Ht.	Max. Temperature, °F	Color	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
40"	0.030"	14	3/16"	3/16"	500°	Beige	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	00000000	000000

Static-Control PTFE-Coated Fiberglass Fabric Sheets

These sheets can be grounded to reduce static electricity. The PTFE coating makes them nonstick and chemical resistant.

Wd.	Thick.	Density, oz./sq. yd.	Max. Temperature, °F	Color	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
43 3/4"	0.014"	21	500°	Black	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	0000000	000000

Porous PTFE-Coated Fiberglass Fabric Sheets

Pores allow for air circulation, so these sheets are often used in drying applications. The PTFE coating makes them nonstick and chemical resistant.

Wd.	Thick.	Density, oz./sq. yd.	Max. Temperature, °F	Color	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
38"	0.003"	2	500°	Beige	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	00000000	000000
40"	0.005"	4	500°	Beige	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	00000000	00000
40"	0.010"	8	500°	Beige	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	00000000	00000