Why 60+ Plastic Bearing Materials? Your Design Advantage Explained
Engineering challenges aren’t all created the same. Variables like load, speed, temperature, chemical exposure, and hygiene requirements can change what constitutes the right bearing choice. At igus, we’ve developed over 60 plastic bearing materials to solve specific problems so that you can design without compromise.
The Principle Behind iglide® Plastic Bearings
The idea was simple: eliminate the weaknesses of metal bearings. Due to inclusion of solid lubricants in its materials, our plastic bearings run dry. That means zero lubrication and fewer maintenance headaches pretty much across the board. But the design advantages do not stop there.
Need underwater endurance for saltwater immersion? A material exists for that. Designing for aggressive chemicals or high wear? There are options for those too. Need a bearing to be clean and hygienic for environments such as food or beverage production? We have both food-safe and FDA-compliant bearings to boot.
Tested for Reality
Every material is tested in our industry-leading 41,000 sqft. lab under conditions that mimic real-world conditions. This data-driven approach ensures that when you choose a material, you’re relying on verified performance.
Making Selection Easy
More choice doesn’t mean more confusion. Our infographic, based on one of our most popular sample boxes, organizes material properties and application guidelines into a clear, visual reference. It’s a practical shortcut for engineers who value speed and accuracy when making design decisions. Explore here.
Want to make the selection process even simpler? Our universal best-sellers: G, J, X, W300, and M250 cover most applications. Browse these and other bearing materials at our dedicated webpage.
Want to try out our plastic bearings? Ask for your free sample at the contact info below.
Conclusion
Offering 60+ bearing materials isn’t about complexity; it’s about giving engineers freedom to design without limits.
Have further questions? Reach out to our Canada-wide team at 1-800-965-2496, start a live chat with one of our technical experts at igus.ca or book a call with one of our product specialists. We look forward to helping you with our unique problem-solvers.
Written by Shizu Yamaguchi, with the help of Copilot Generative AI to compose this from her original content
