Thermostat for Mercedes-Benz G-Class: Bronze
This thermostat for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is specified around bronze, which decides how it behaves in service far more than the part name does. We build to a written specification — base material, dimensions, finish and packing — and hold that specification on file so every reorder reproduces the approved piece.
The usual reason a programme changes supplier is not unit price. It is packing that arrived crushed at the port, or a fitment that looked right on paper and failed on the bench. Both are specification problems, and both are preventable.
Specification
| Product | Thermostat |
|---|---|
| Vehicle application | Mercedes-Benz G-Class |
| Material / finish | Bronze |
| Typical use | Long-Distance Touring |
| MOQ | 500 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 15-30 days after approval |
| Compliance | ISO/TS 16949 |
| Packing | 100 pieces per inner box, 500 per carton |
Material options
- Semi-Metallic Compound — selected when the part is exposed to weather and road salt
- PU Leather — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Silicone — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Stainless Steel — used when the finish has to hold a coating
- Reinforced Nylon — specified where the part sits close to a heat source
Processes available
- heat treatment
- CNC machining
- laser cutting
- cold forging
- gravity casting
- assembly line testing
Fitment notes
Confirm the fitment against the VIN or the frame number before ordering; two model years often share a name and not a part.
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for long-distance touring. Related applications include track days, off-road trails, coastal delivery, ride-hailing fleets, mining sites.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 2.5 sampling on every lot.
- Dimensional report issued against the approved drawing.
- Carton marking and barcode to your specification.
- Golden sample retained at the factory as the reorder reference.
Questions buyers ask
What happens if a lot fails inspection?
The lot is re-inspected against the golden sample, and replacement pieces ship on the next available booking at our cost.
What testing is included?
Standard lots ship with dimensional and hardness reports. ISO/TS 16949 documentation is issued with the shipment when your market requires it.
How long does sampling take?
Samples leave the factory in 10 working days, and each revision round adds about 3 days once you have seen the first piece.
Do you handle mixed containers?
Yes. Most programmes consolidate several part numbers into one container to keep freight sensible at 500 pieces per line.
Send the part number, the annual volume and the target market, and we will come back with a specification and a sampling plan.
