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What materials are suitable for medical equipment?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

iglidur materials are extremely advantageous for the area of medical equipment. Their virtues include, on the one hand, cleanliness due to the absence of lubricants and, on the other, resistance to chemicals and corrosion. Due to low moisture absorption and therefore good degassing, the materials are also suitable for use in a vacuum or in cleanrooms; […]

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What type of PRT slewing ring is the best for me?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

As with our iglidur  Expert system, we also offer a practical and reliable system that makes it possible to quickly find the right PRT slewing ring for your application. Including service life calculation! Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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Are there plain bearings with fire safety certificates?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

Many iglidur materials fulfil the fire safety requirements according to UL V0 and are self-extinguishing after a short time – for example iglidur GV0. We have developed iglidur RW370 specially for use in railway applications. This material also fulfils the requirements of DIN EN 45545 HL3. – Do you need more detailed information or certificates? Contact us by […]

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How important is the wall thickness in the case of plain bearings made of plastic? Can I increase the wall thickness in order to improve stability?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

In actual fact, what is understood as load capacity mainly depends on the relation of the load-bearing surface to the load to be borne. A plain bearing with a large load-bearing surface can therefore carry more load than one with a small such surface. This means that the inner diameter – namely the shaft diameter […]

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Can I use materials underwater?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

All iglidur materials can be used underwater. However, they differ from each other considerably in respect of moisture absorption – and therefore in respect of dimensional change as a consequence of long contact with water – and of wear resistance. For plain bearing applications underwater, we therefore especially recommend iglidur materials with low moisture absorption and good […]

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