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What is the difference between iglidur materials and simple plastics such as POM and PA6?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

iglidur materials are so-called compounds, plastics that have been mixed with special filling materials and additives. They give the plastic compound additional properties such as greater mechanical strength or protection against UV radiation, and are specially developed for use as plain bearings for dry operation – i.e. they do not require lubrication. Every iglidur material is subjected […]

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My iglidur plain bearing breaks when it is being installed.

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

For uncomplicated and easy installation of our plain bearings, we recommend –    a burr-free clean housing hole, ideally with slight chamfering –    the hole tolerance H7 –    ensuring that the plain bearing is not more than 2 % larger than the hole before it is press-fitted –    installation by means of a flat press without […]

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I didn’t find what I wanted in the catalogue. Can I also buy iglidur with special dimensions or custom-made?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

Yes. We make iglidur plain bearings according to your wishes and ideas. No minimum order quantity. For this, we make use of the latest manufacturing methods. Whether this involves conventional injection moulding of igus injection moulds made of steel, aluminium or plastic; machining of bar stock; or completely constraint-free 3D printing; as well as coating of metal […]

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Are there materials for use in drinking water?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

Materials and components that come into contact with drinking water have to fulfil special requirements and this must be verified by certificates, for example DVGW work sheet W270 in accordance with DIN EN 16421 KTW. Depending on the country, different quality verifications can be necessary in this context. – Do you need such a certificate […]

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How does igus ensure short delivery times?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

“Ready to ship in 24 hours”. At the moment, this applies to more than 8,500 iglidur plain bearing sizes. How is that possible? Due to our extensive range of bearings and a unique, flexible injection-moulding tool design. Convince yourself locally or visit us at our production facility in Cologne. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already […]

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