Nextrusion ™

Axle Tube Technology

Dynamic performance. Lighter, too.

Dana’s unique Nextrusion™ axle tube

technology features a strong, lightweight
design with an optimized cross-section to
maximize strength-to-weight ratio.
Nextrusion™ Axle Tube Technology
Lighter. Stronger. Better.
Dana’s axle tube expertise ensures that OEMs have high-strength axle technologies with a lightweight design.
This product offers a thicker wall for highly stressed and welded areas, reduced wall thickness for low-stressed
areas, along with various external and internal shapes, including oval. These axle tubes also provide superior
tuning for stiffness and weight. Our axle tube innovations help OEMs improve yield strength and fuel economy.

Next-generation cold extrusion for axle tubes

The Nextrusion™ cold extrusion process delivers a variable wall tubing with superior strength (up to 850 MPa without heat treatment)
where it is needed, along with considerable weight savings (up to 25%) when compared to traditional manufacturing options. 

To help accommodate specific customer needs, Dana’s axle tube technology offers a variety of tube forming options.

Multiple Outside Diameters Variable Wall Thickness

Multiple Outside Diameters and

Variable Wall Thickness

Lighter axle housings are smarter

• Full-float rear axle tubes

External Shapes • Semi-float rear axle tubes

• Salisbury and Banjo axle configurations

• Non-driven and driven front axle tubes

Learn more today about our breakthrough

Nextrusion™ axle tube technologies at
Internal Shapes http://www.dana.com/light-vehicle/
products/driveline/axles/axle-tubes

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Application Policy
Capacity ratings, features, and specifications vary depending upon the model and type of service. Application approvals must be obtained from Dana; contact your
representative for application approval. We reserve the right to change or modify our product specifications, configurations, or dimensions at any time without notice.

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