Discrete and Refractory Electrical Contacts

For applications that require superior arc resistance and durability—like high-voltage switching and industrial transfer switches—Checon offers specialized discrete contact tips and refractory electrical contacts known for their reliability and precision.

Advanced Material Expertise
Checon utilizes advanced metallurgy to create high-performance contacts that excel in harsh electrical and environmental conditions. Our capabilities include:
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     Pressing and Sintering: Achieves controlled density and
     conductivity.
     Melting and Casting: Ensures material purity and integrity.
     Drawing and Cladding: Optimizes wear resistance and      conductivity.
     CNC Machining, Stamping, and Fabricated Assembly:      Delivers precision-engineered components and electrical      contact assemblies.

what we offer

Silver -Based and Refractory Electrical Contact
Tips, Buttons, and Rivets

OEMs across the globe rely on Checon for silver-based discrete contact tips, buttons, precision-refractory contacts, and rivets, because we deliver:
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✅ U.S.-Based Manufacturing Excellence = Short lead times for faster project cycles with Stringent quality control at every production stage and Compliance with North American standards
‍✅ Proprietary Brazing Technologies: Our RapidOne Brazing System produces robust mechanical and electrical bonds, ensuring superior conductivity and reliability under extreme conditions.
✅ Custom Fabrication and Prototyping: We offer custom design services, allowing for tailored dimensions, unique surface features, and application-specific geometries.
✅ In-House Testing and Validation: All electrical contacts undergo rigorous testing to validate performance under high-voltage and high-load environments.

REFRACTORY MATERIAL CONTACTS*

  • Silver Tungsten
  • Silver Tungsten Carbide
  • Silver Graphite
  • Silver Tungsten Graphite Carbide
  • Copper Tungsten
  • Silver Molybdenum

    * OEMs can purchase Checon's Refractory Electrical contacts for assembly in their in-house operations.

SILVER -BASED BUTTONS
SINGLE / MULTI-LAYER

  • Silver Cadmium Oxide
  • Silver Tin Oxide
  • Silver Nickel
  • Silver Alloy
  • Steel & Nickel Monel
  • Braze Alloy

RIVETS

  • Construction
  • Solid
  • Multi-Layer
  • Multiple Head & Shank Options
  • Straight Side
  • Chamfer Side
  • Step Side
  • Indent
  • Riveted Assemblies

SURFACE FEATURES AND SHAPES

  • Knurl and Score Lines
  • Projections
  • Nibs
  • Serrations
  • Shapes
For more information on these materials, visit our Precious Metal Alloys and Contact Materials Products.

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Applications and Markets

Electrical Contactors and Industrial Switches

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Circuit Breaker Protection

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Auxiliary and Automatic Transfer Switches

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