Amish Communities Adopt Plastic Bearings
February 25, 2010 by admin
Filed under Featured, Linear Bearings
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. – An Ohio-based manufacturer of horse-drawn farming equipment predominately employed by Amish communities uses iglide® plastic plain bearings from igus® on a ‘crumbler’ mechanism; used to crush clods of dirt during the tilling process. The bearings replaced a system of metal shafts and collars that required messy lubricants and frequent maintenance.
iglide G300 bearings are used on each of the crumbler’s eight rolling elements. Grease fittings made the rollers susceptible to dirt build-up, which eventually led to the formation of a thick sludge as the tool sat idle in-between harvests. Fortunately, iglide bearings are lubrication-free and dirt- and dust-resistant and so are ideal for use in this outdoor application. They are also unaffected by rain and any moisture from the soil, thanks to their corrosion-resistant and low moisture absorption properties.
iglide plastic plain bearings are available in 28 different polymers. Every iglide bearing material possesses a number of special features, which makes it suitable for particular applications and requirements. iglide G300 bearings are cost-effective and can be paired with a number of different shafting materials. They are best for rotational and oscillating movements and low to average running speeds. They also possess a low coefficient of friction and high wear-resistance. To request free samples, call 1-888-803-1895, visit www.igus.com/iglide.asp or e-mail sales@igus.com.
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A wide-array of iglide plastic bearings for multiple applications
February 26, 2009 by Miles Budimir
Filed under Linear Bearings
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. – For 40 years igus® Inc. has been developing plastic bearing materials based on engineered polymer technology and offers an extensive line of plain bearings that are both maintenance- and lubrication-free.
Iglide® plastic bearings are available in sleeve, flange and thrust-washer configurations. With 6,000 sizes and styles from stock, iglide is a cost-effective alternative to metal or ball bearings. Plastic plain bearings also do not corrode and command better vibration dampening characteristics than metal bushings. Igus customers benefit from the fact that all iglide bearings are:
Iglide bearings are available in 20 high-performance material blends, enabling them to meet the specifications of any design. Iglide can be used in a variety of industries from farming to medical to automotive. Iglide J, which possesses low friction and extreme versatility, can be found in pick-and-place robots, pneumatics and bicycles, to name a few. Iglide H370, designed for wet and high-temperature environments, is often used in the marine industry and in applications requiring frequent wash-downs, while iglide Z510 for extreme loads is often employed in construction vehicles and tractors.
Plastic bearings designed for wet environments and high-temperature applications
February 26, 2009 by Miles Budimir
Filed under Linear Bearings
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Iglide® H370 plastic plain bearings from igus® Inc. are specially designed for wet environments and high-temperature applications. Iglide H370 is unaffected by elements such as moisture, dirt and dust and, like igus’ entire family of iglide bearings, is maintenance-free, corrosion-resistant, UV-resistant and requires no lubrication.
In continuous motion, iglide H370 operates within a temperature range of –40 to +392 degrees Fahrenheit, which enables it to outperform standard plastic bearings. With a moisture absorption rating of 0.0%, iglide H370 remains impervious to factors such as humidity or constant submersion in water. Iglide H370 is ideal for underwater applications, bottle-filling equipment, marine applications, dishwashers and applications requiring frequent wash downs.
Iglide bearings are a convenient, cost-effective alternative to bronze, metal-backed and custom injection-molded bearings. Igus has developed more than 20 high-performance, engineered polymers each with its own unique set of properties, and with more than 6,000 bearing sizes and styles in stock, igus can provide a bearing for any occasion. Iglide bearings can be used in diverse environments such as high-loads, chemicals, dirt and dust.
iglide Q plastic bearings deliver a superior performance
February 26, 2009 by Miles Budimir
Filed under Linear Bearings
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Igus® Inc. offers iglide Q specifically designed for high-load applications. Iglide Q is an economical, maintenance-free alternative to bronze, metal-backed and custom injection-molded bearings. Even at maximum loads of 14,500 pounds per square inch (PSI), iglide Q boasts the lowest coefficient of friction of any iglide plain bearing, enabling it to deliver a superior performance with limited wear.
Iglide Q is well-suited for oscillating applications and can be used where both shock and impact loads are present. Iglide Q also is impervious to a wide range of chemical offenders, including organic solvents, fuels, oils and fats and, like igus’ entire family of iglide bearings, is lubrication-free, corrosion-free and dirt-resistant.
In continuous motion, iglide Q operates within a permissible temperature range of –40 to +275 degrees Fahrenheit and can withstand short-term exposure up to 311 degrees Fahrenheit. Iglide Q can be paired with an array of different shaft materials such as stainless steel or hard-anodized aluminum. Iglide Q’s high-load capacity makes it a viable choice for material-handling machinery, scissor lifts, motorcycle stands, lift tables, amusement park rides and many more.
Iglide Q is available in a variety of both metric and inch sizes.
iglide T500 bearings resist harsh chemicals and caustic substances
February 25, 2009 by Miles Budimir
Filed under Linear Bearings
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Iglide® T500 plain bearings from igus® Inc., a world-leading developer of plastic bearing technology, are designed to resist harsh chemicals and caustic substances. Iglide T500 is a member of the iglide plastic bearing family from igus, a line of all-polymer bearings requiring no external lubrication or maintenance.
Iglide T500 attains exceptional heat conductivity due to a unique material blend and thin-walled construction. This enables the bearing to achieve higher speeds than otherwise would be possible. Iglide T500 is an ideal choice for both oscillating, high-loads and high-frequency, low-load applications. In applications with low speeds and radial pressures higher than 8,700 psi iglide T500 lasts twice as long as coated or lubricated metal bearings.
Iglide T500 withstands temperatures of 485 degrees Fahrenheit in continuous operation and up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit for short intervals. It can reach PV values up to approximately 100,000 during dry operation with an almost identical static and dynamic coefficient of friction for effective start-up performance. Iglide T500 is dry running and resistant to UV rays, corrosion and chemicals.
Ideal applications for iglide T500 include outdoor and marine equipment, power transmission, semi-conductor, textile and high heat equipment such as ovens.
Plastic bearings prove a versatile, cost-effective solution for engineers
February 25, 2009 by Miles Budimir
Filed under Linear Bearings
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Igus® Inc., offers iglide J, a cost-effective, maintenance-free alternative to bronze, metal-backed and custom injection-molded bearings. Iglide J is available in sleeve, flange and thrust-washer configurations and also can be custom molded to meet the specific needs of any customer.
Iglide J is ideal for both high-speed and low-speed applications, as it operates flawlessly at rates up to 1,968 feet per minute (fpm) in linear motion and 197 fpm in rotary motion. Even when used on a wide range of different shaft materials such as hard anodized aluminum or cold rolled steel, iglide J incurs little to no wear, which makes it a versatile solution for engineers. Iglide J also possesses an extremely low coefficient of friction in applications that do not exceed 5,075 pounds per square inch (psi).
In addition to these benefits, iglide J is also:
Due to its many merits, igus uses iglide J throughout its product lines. The material is used in its DryLin R linear bearings, which are well-suited for debris-ridden or wet environments and its linear slide elements used on every DryLin linear guide system.
Igus’ entire iglide family includes more than 7,000 inch and metric bearing sizes and styles available from stock.
Plastic bearings are an economical, maintenance-free alternative to bronze bearings
February 25, 2009 by Miles Budimir
Filed under Linear Bearings
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Igus® Inc. offers iglide R, an economical, maintenance-free alternative to bronze bearings. Iglide R incurs little to no low wear even at high speeds and also is oil-free and resistant to dirt, dust and UV rays. These qualities make iglide R an ideal choice for agricultural and outdoor applications, specifically commercial mowers and golf course equipment, which benefit from its contamination-free properties.
Like all iglide bearings, iglide R is comprised of high-performance plastics that are lightweight and lubrication-free. Unlike bronze bushings, which require regular maintenance and lubrication, engineers can install iglide R and forget it. It will not only outlive its bronze counterparts, but also will reduce costs and never corrode.
Iglide R operates within a permissible temperature range of –58 degrees Fahrenheit to +230 degrees Fahrenheit. It can be used in linear, oscillating and rotating applications and is available in both sleeve and flange styles with inner diameters ranging from 3/16 of an inch to 2 inches. Iglide R can be used in a wide range of environments, including those where water or chemicals are present, due to its low moisture absorption and resistance to alcohol, greases, oils and fuels.
When choosing any iglide plastic bearing from igus, users will enjoy:
Contact a design technician today for free samples of iglide R bearings.
