Tagged: bearings
How do self-lubricating bearings work?
Original article appeared on https://blog.igus.co.uk/how-do-self-lubricating-bearings-work/ If you know of igus® as a company, you will know that our entire company journey has been based on offering self-lubricating products. This was the initial concept over 60 years ago,...
Polymer ball bearings in cleaning systems for photovoltaic installations
Humans aren’t the only ones who replenish energy in the sun — photovoltaic systems operate solely on this principle. These are exposed to enormous weather effects all year round, and the surfaces reflect this,...
The 2:1 Rule and Defining Fixed/Floating Bearings
When using linear bearings and slides, it’s important to follow the 2:1 rule to avoid binding, chatter, and reduced service life. In this brief tech talk, get expert advice on how to implement this...
5 Reasons to replace PTFE bearings
Over the past 3 decades, there has been a revolution in the advancement and use of highly engineered plastics in bearing applications. In this tech talk, uncover the top 5 reasons to replace PTFE-lined...
4 Considerations for selecting a shaft for use with iglide® bearings
It is critical to use shaft and bearing materials that work well together. A whole range of problems can arise if the wrong shaft material is used with a particular bearing. In this tech talk,...
igutex® bearing range vs bronze bearings
Original article appeared on https://blog.igus.co.uk/tx1-polymer-bearings-vs-bronze-bearings/ igus® plastic bearings have been produced using iglide® materials for nearly 60 years. The standard range of injection molded iglide bearings is extensive, however, not every requirement conforms to the standard...
Testing bolts and bearings for construction machinery: Hardox® and iglide®
This article originally appeared on https://blog.igus.eu/bolts-and-bearings-for-construction-machinery-under-test-hardox-and-iglidur/ The Hardox® wear plates brand is frequently found in commercial vehicles and construction machinery where steel surfaces have to withstand the most severe stresses. From the loading area of...
What is the best plain bearing for agricultural machinery?
This article originally appeared on https://blog.igus.eu/what-is-the-best-plain-bearing-for-agricultural-machinery/ There must be an answer to this question. After all, there are a limited number of “best Italian restaurants”, “best frozen pizzas” and “best TV series”. And we haven’t...
Clearance-free multi-link hinges with self-calibrating iglide plain bearings for automotive applications
By Mark McGwin igus develops the new, highly wear-resistant iglide F300 material for e-coated assemblies 26 January 2023 – igus®, the leading global manufacturer of engineered components to increase the service life of customers’ machines,...