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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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Why wear-resistant 3D printing components made of iglidur plastics?

Dirk Zacharias | 1. August 2019

For manufacturing with 3D printers, you can choose from a wide range of technical plastics. Tribology know-how accumulated over decades is included in the development of our polymers. That way, you can find the iglidur high-performance plasticwith the perfect specifications for your application. For example for high loads, contact with food, media resistance or high […]

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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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Where can I find a list of chemicals that the iglidur materials are resistant to?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

You can find the list here or in the iglidur Expert system. – Is your chemical not listed? Please contact us! Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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Where can I find data sheets for iglidur materials?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

In the download area of the respective products. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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