Ff ≤ μs · N (static — force builds up to limit) |
Ff = μk · N (kinetic — sliding) |
μs = static (breakaway) coefficient |
μk = kinetic (sliding) coefficient
Values are indicative — actual friction depends heavily on surface roughness (Ra), contact pressure, temperature and contamination.
■ low (<0.2)
■ medium (0.2–0.5)
■ high (>0.5)