Carbon Brushes: Applications

Stock and Custom Carbon Brushes for Your Applications
Helwig Carbon is trusted in applications across the world, supplying thousands of generator, slip ring, and AC motor brushes for OEMs and the aftermarket. We offer 750 ready-to-ship stock parts as well as quick turnaround on custom-engineered carbon brushes designed to meet the exact requirements of your motor or generator.
Our industry-leading experts engineer high-quality products that maximize brush life and performance in critical applications.
Core Applications

DC Motors
& Generators

High-Speed Turbine
Generators

Hydro & Wind Turbine
Generators

Fractional
HP Motors

Wound Rotor Induction
Slip Ring Motors

Grounding
Applications

AC Synchronous
Motors

Get in Touch for
Additional Applications
Built to Withstand a Variety of Environments

Traditional Power Generation
Helwig’s H704 is one of only a few select grades worldwide that can perform optimally under high peripheral speed conditions

Traction Motors
Helwig brushes provide long life in tough conditions for Class I, II, and III railroads

Built for Harsh Environments
With high thermal stability and low friction, Helwig brushes perform optimally in mining, steel mills, paper plants, and aerospace applications.

Why OEMs Choose Helwig Carbon Products for Outstanding Performance
With world-class engineers, high-quality, made-in-the-USA products, and quick prototyping, Helwig Carbon Products is trusted by OEMs to provide superior carbon graphite brushes, brush holders, shaft grounding solutions, and more. We can help from concept to design completion, and are happy to work with you wherever you are in the process








