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Why injection moulding tools from the 3D printer?

Dirk Zacharias | 2. August 2019

With the aid of 3D printing, injection moulds can be manufactured at up to 80% lower costs. As a result, 3D-printed moulds are particularly interesting for small batches and samples, and can be commissioned for a quantity of 1 or more. The complete iglidur range of 50 materials is available for the maintenance-free plastic plain […]

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Does igus supply ready-made solutions for electrically driven PRT slewing rings?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

Contact us, we will be happy to advise you personally. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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What must I bear in mind when I use iglidur plain bearings as rollers?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

iglidur plain bearings have been optimised for use as fixed-position bearings. This means that the shaft moves in the fixed plain bearing; but it is also possible to fix the shaft in position and design the system so that the bearing moves. You can find further information on this extensive topic in our blog article. Vote […]

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Are there PRT slewing rings for use in ESD or ATEX environments? Are PRT slewing rings electrically conductive?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

For use in ESD or ATEX areas, we recommend using iglidur PRT slewing rings with stainless-steel rings and sliding elements made of iglidur F2. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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What shafts should I use for iglidur plain bearings?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

For almost every shaft, there are appropriate iglidur materials that are highly wear-resistant, which means they have a long service life – whether the material is aluminium, hardened steel or carbon fibre compound. You can find the best combination in comfort with the help of the iglidur Expert system. The surface of the shaft should not be […]

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