Brush Systems
Over Half a Century of Industry Expertise
The carbon brush holder is one of our most traditional products, manufactured by us for over 50 years. With an annual production volume of more than 160 million units, a carbon brush holder from Eckerle is installed in every second road vehicle.
A special feature: We not only develop and produce the products themselves but also the automated and semi-automated production lines needed for manufacturing, all in-house.
Technology & Design That Drive Performance
Function of the Carbon Brush Holder
The carbon brush holder is a central component of electrical motors, enabling efficient current transfer to rotating parts such as motor shafts
Especially in industrial use, reliable and continuous operation is essential — that’s why we rely on high-quality materials and precise manufacturing technologies.
Base Body
delivered as an injection-molded part or as a finished component
Spring Mechanism
ensures consistent pressure on the brush
Why Choose Eckerle? Your advantages
Half a Century of Experience. Global Reach. Tailored Solutions.
Industry expertise
Decades of experience, a reliable partner for OEMs
Customized solutions
Creation and optimization of production-ready product designs
Material quality
High-quality materials, long service life
Flexibility & Speed
Short delivery times, scalable serial production
Global reach
Operates in 7 countries across three continents
Application Areas of Brushcards
From Electric Motors to Mining – Nowhere an Exception
Carbon brush holders are used across many industries — wherever reliable current transfer in electric motors is needed:
Electric Motors
Energy Industry
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Asynchronous and DC motors
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Generators and turbo-generators
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Hoist and crane systems
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Water, heat, and wind power plants
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Pumps and fans
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Commutator machines
Transportation and Vehicle Technology
Machine and
Plant Engineering
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Trams, trains, subways
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CNC and machine tools
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Electric buses and material handling vehicles
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Automation systems
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Packaging machines, production lines
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Starters and generators
Mining and
Heavy Industry
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High-performance motors
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Machines in dusty and vibrating environments
Scalable Global Production
5,000 to 20 million unit
Our carbon brush holders are manufactured at multiple sites worldwide, allowing us to ensure regionally optimized deliveries.
annual production volume *
* Flexibly scalable depending on project requirements.