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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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When and how do I need to anneal plain bearings?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

“Annealing” is the heat treatment of materials over a long period of time. In the case of plain bearings, this treatment helps to reduce mechanical tension in the component and thus to ensure or improve the press-fit in the application. The duration and intensity of this treatment is heavily dependent on the respective composition of […]

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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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Are there antibacterial iglidur materials?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

Thanks to its special composition, iglidur AB has an antibacterial effect on the surface of the plain bearing and is therefore especially suitable for use in furniture and equipment in clinics and hospitals, in medical technology in general or in the food area. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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Can I machine iglidur plain bearings?

Lars Butenschön | 9. July 2019

Plastic is easy to process and machine. Simple, conventional devices and machines as used for woodworking and metalworking are usually sufficient for machining purposes. In addition, iglidur plain bearings have a homogeneous structure. This means that you do not have to worry about roughened-up gliding layers or damaged carrier surfaces. In many cases, a changed surface […]

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