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Can I monitor the wear of my bearing systems?

igu-blog-adm | 2. July 2019

At igus, we have the right sensors for linear systems, slewing ring bearings and plain bearings in the product range. They all belong to the products, which enable predictive maintenance. DLT.W – Sensor for wear in drylin T linear systems Is integrated in the liner Reports wear of the liner in good time This allows […]

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Is it possible to integrate the D1 into a higher-level control system?

Michael Hornung | 1. July 2019

Yes, that’s possible. The available communication interfaces make connecting to a higher-level industrial control system such as a PLC or an industrial PC very easy. But not only that … the D1 works just as well with microcontrollers like an Arduino or single-board computers like the Raspberry Pi. Thus, the D1 is also well prepared […]

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Installation and clearance adjustment of QWE linear carriages

Michael Hornung | 30. June 2019

The QWE linear carriages are delivered with a transport securing device, which simultaneously simplifies installation considerably. It is recommended that the securing device be retained for possible removal in future. Assembly The AWMQ hard-anodised, torque-resistant rail profile is pushed through the carriage. When this is done, the transport securing device is pushed out. (For removal, […]

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How is a linear plain bearing installed?

Michael Hornung | 30. June 2019

As an alternative to lubricated ball bushings, there is the clean, self-lubricating linear bearing adapter. The two cylindrical types have identical installation heights and can be installed in any linear housing. The two bearing types are also installed in the housing in exactly the same way. Firstly, a circlip is inserted into the inner groove […]

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Installation and clearance adjustment of TW-01 linear carriages

Michael Hornung | 30. June 2019

The TW series 01 linear carriages always require a minimum amount of clearance between carriage and rail. They are delivered ready-to-install with preset clearance. Assembly The TW series 01 linear carriage has to be pushed onto the hard-anodised TS-01 rail profile. The carriage is now ready to use. Clearance adjustment The bearing clearance can be […]

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