Introduction: The automotive transfer case, as a core transmission component of four-wheel drive vehicles, directly affects the vehicle’s off-road capability and reliability. The SST company’s snap-fit waterproof breathable valve, as an innovative automotive component, plays a significant role in the transfer case. This article will delve into how the SST snap-fit waterproof breathable valve enhances the performance and durability of the automotive transfer case, and showcase its effectiveness through real-world cases.

I. The Importance of Automotive Transfer Case

The automotive transfer case, also known as a transfer gear, is a key component in four-wheel drive vehicles that connects the engine to the drive wheels. Its primary function is to distribute power to all four wheels, ensuring traction and stability under various road conditions. Especially in off-road environments, the performance of the transfer case is crucial for the vehicle’s passability and driving safety.

 

II. The Function of the Snap-fit Waterproof Breathable Valve

1. Waterproof Function

In off-road or severe weather conditions, moisture and mud can easily infiltrate the transfer case, leading to the dilution of lubricating oil and rusting of metal components, which can affect the normal operation of the transfer case. The SST snap-fit waterproof breathable valve has excellent waterproof performance, effectively preventing moisture intrusion and ensuring a dry internal environment of the transfer case.

2. Breathable Function

During operation, the internal temperature of the transfer case rises, generating expansion gases. If these gases cannot be discharged in time, it will cause an increase in internal pressure, affecting the service life of the transfer case. The SST snap-fit waterproof breathable valve has a breathable function, which can discharge internal expansion gases in time, ensuring the stability of the internal pressure of the transfer case.

3. Easy Maintenance

The SST snap-fit waterproof breathable valve features a snap-fit design, making installation and maintenance easy and tool-free. During maintenance, the breathable valve can be easily removed with a gentle press for cleaning and replacement. This greatly reduces maintenance difficulty and improves maintenance efficiency.

4. Extend Service Life

Through the realization of the above functions, the SST snap-fit waterproof breathable valve can effectively protect the internal environment of the transfer case, prevent the intrusion of moisture, dust, etc., reduce internal wear, and extend the service life of the transfer case.

IV. Case Background

A well-known automobile manufacturing company encountered performance degradation of the transfer case during water crossing tests of its latest SUV model. Investigation and analysis revealed that the issue was due to moisture entering the transfer case, causing lubricating oil dilution and metal component rust. After comparing multiple suppliers, the company chose the SST snap-fit waterproof breathable valve as the solution.

V. Solution

As a leading provider of waterproof breathable solutions in the industry, SST proposed installing the snap-fit waterproof breathable valve on the transfer case as a solution after understanding the problem. The SST snap-fit waterproof breathable valve has excellent waterproof performance and breathable function, which can effectively prevent moisture intrusion and allow internal expansion gases to escape, maintaining internal pressure balance. After installation, the SUV showed excellent performance in subsequent tests, maintaining a dry internal environment in the transfer case, and effectively controlling metal component rust. Additionally, due to the ease of maintenance of the SST snap-fit waterproof breathable valve, the maintenance cost of the vehicle was also reduced.

VI. Implementation Effect

After adopting the snap-fit waterproof breathable valve provided by SST, the SUV of the automobile manufacturing company performed excellently in subsequent water crossing tests. The transfer case maintained a dry internal environment, and the problem of metal component rust was effectively controlled. At the same time, due to the ease of maintenance of the SST snap-fit waterproof breathable valve, the maintenance cost of the vehicle was also reduced. The SST snap-fit waterproof breathable valve plays a significant role in the automotive transfer case, with its waterproof, breathable, and easy maintenance features ensuring the normal operation of the transfer case under various harsh conditions, improving vehicle driving safety and comfort. Therefore, when choosing automotive accessories, car owners should pay attention to the selection of the SST snap-fit waterproof breathable valve to provide better protection for their vehicles.

VII. Related Products

Material: PBT/PC (customizable)

Air permeability: 250ml/min/cm²@7kPa (customizable)

Water pressure resistance (60s): 60kPa (customizable)

IP rating: IP67, IP68, IP69k (customizable)

Temperature range: -40-120℃ (customizable)

Surface characteristics: Hydrophobic and oleophobic (customizable)