Snow Blower Friction Disc 168mm Outer Diameter
This is the 168mm outer diameter friction disc that the friction wheel runs against in a walk behind snow blower drive, supplied to dealers, rental fleets and importers servicing friction drive machines. The disc is the driven face of the system: the rubber friction wheel presses onto it, and moving the wheel across its radius is what gives the machine its range of ground speeds. When the disc face is scored, glazed or worn unevenly the wheel slips against it, speeds become inconsistent, and a new friction wheel fitted against a damaged disc wears out in weeks rather than seasons. Replacing the disc at the same time as the wheel is what makes a friction drive repair last, and both are available in the same accessory range and the same shipment.
- 168mm outer diameter stated so the disc is matched with a caliper before ordering
- Replacing a scored disc stops a new friction wheel wearing out within weeks of fitting
- Restores consistent ground speeds across the full range of the drive lever
- Available with the friction wheel and its rubber ring so a full drive repair ships in one order
- OEM and ODM production available for dealers matching their own machine range
- Single piece sample orders accepted so fitment can be checked before volume
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Specifications
| Part Type | Friction disc |
|---|---|
| OD | 168mm |
Figures as supplied by the factory. Confirm critical dimensions in writing before ordering.
Application Scenarios
- Dealer workshops rebuilding friction drives on machines with inconsistent ground speed
- Rental fleets renewing drive faces on machines run hard by untrained operators
- Independent repair shops servicing friction drive walk behind machines
- Municipal depots holding drive spares so route machines are not stood down
- Importers adding drive spares to a container of complete machines
Who It Is For
- Snow equipment dealers and service workshops
- Importers and distributors of snow blower spare parts
- Equipment rental and hire fleets
- Independent small engine repair businesses
- Municipal and facility maintenance departments
Problems It Solves
- A scored or glazed disc face lets the friction wheel slip, so the machine will not pull in deep snow
- Fitting a new friction wheel against a damaged disc destroys the new part within weeks
- Uneven disc wear makes ground speed jump between lever positions, which is hard work for the operator
- Sourcing the wheel and disc from separate suppliers splits a single repair across two lead times
- Machines waiting on a drive part miss the short window in the year when they earn revenue
Technical Features
- Friction disc forming the driven face of a snow blower friction drive
- 168mm outer diameter
- Works against the rubber faced friction wheel to set ground speed
- Part of a complete snow blower accessory range
Quality Control
- Incoming inspection on raw material before parts reach the line
- In process dimensional checks on outer diameter and face flatness
- 100% inspection of finished discs before packing
- Full order inspection before shipment with real time production status shared with the buyer
Customization Options
- OEM and ODM production to buyer drawings and specification
- Buyer branding on the part packaging
- Supplied on its own or packed with the friction wheel as a drive repair set
- Retail box or bulk carton packing to suit the sales channel
How It Compares
Against Replacing only the friction wheel
A new wheel against a scored disc wears out quickly. Changing both together is what makes the repair hold for a full season.
Against Replacing the complete drive assembly
A disc swap keeps the existing shaft, housing and controls in service, so the cost stays a repair rather than a rebuild.
Against Buying drive parts through the machine's original dealer chain
Buying direct at manufacturer pricing lets a workshop stock both halves of the friction drive and complete repairs the same day.
Use Guide
- Measure the old disc and confirm it against the 168mm outer diameter before ordering
- Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before tipping the machine to reach the drive
- Inspect the friction wheel rubber at the same time and renew it if it is worn or glazed
- Keep oil and grease off both the disc face and the friction wheel, since contamination causes slip immediately
- Run the drive lever through its full range and check speeds change smoothly before returning the machine to service
Snow blower parts-friction disc Buyer Questions
What size is this friction disc?
168mm outer diameter.
What is the minimum order quantity?
One 20ft container is the standard MOQ, but a single piece sample order is accepted so you can confirm fitment first.
How long is the lead time?
25 to 35 days for a full 40HQ container. A sample order ships in 1 to 7 days.
Can I order the friction wheel and disc together?
Yes. Both are part of the same snow blower accessory range and can ship in one order.
Can the parts be supplied under our own brand?
Yes. OEM and ODM production is available, including buyer branding and packaging artwork.
What payment methods do you accept?
Western Union, PayPal or T/T, depending on the order quantity.
What support is there if a part has a quality problem?
Within the warranty period replacement spare parts are supplied free of charge for quality problems, and outside it spare parts are sold at cost price.
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