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The plain bearing has failed prematurely, reddish dust is is trickling out of the bearing point.

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

If the iglidur plain bearing – this tip also applies to other plastic plain bearings – fails prematurely or no longer works correctly, it is worth taking a closer look at the dust that trickles out. If the dust has a metal origin, the plain bearing is usually not the problem, at least not directly. A […]

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In what countries can I buy iglidur plain bearings?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

In almost every country in the world. You can find an overview of our worldwide branches and contractual partners at https://www.igus.eu/contact or on the last page of the catalogue. Vote Up +1 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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Are there iglidur materials made of renewable raw materials?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

Yes. iglidur N54 consists of 54 % renewable raw materials. Vote Up +1 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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My plain bearing has too much/too little clearance or dimensional deviation

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

The adequate bearing clearance is set automatically in the case of iglidur plain bearings – unless agreed otherwise, – for example  example, for customised special products that are made – after being press-fitted. This clearance results from the tolerance of the plain bearing (E10, F10 or D11, depending on the material) and the tolerance of the […]

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Why does the shaft material have such a great influence on the service life of the plain bearing?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

In the case of plain bearings, the shaft moves permanently and is simultaneously in contact with the running surface of the bearing. This means that the nature of the shaft is as important for the service life of the system as that of the plain bearing. Whereas the properties of the plain bearing materials can […]

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