Plastic plain bearings for longer life at lower cost

iglide® maintenance-free plastic plain bearings help improve your products and reduce costs at the same time. Decades of research mean that igus® can precisely determine a plastic plain bearing's life cycle in your application, while the bearings themselves operate completely lubrication-free. They offer a 'fit-and-forget' solution, from stock with no minimum order. They are fast becoming a standard choice for design engineers around the world.

igus® has more than 40 years worth of experience in providing customers with plastic bearing solutions. Every year, igus® engineers develop more than 100 new plastic compounds and conduct more than 5,000 tests on maintenance-free plain bearings. Over the years, this has made it possible to establish a large database of plastics' tribological properties. In addition to their general properties, every iglide® bearing material possesses a number of special features making it suitable for particular applications and requirements. igus® plastic plain bearings constitute the step from a simple plastic bushing to a tested, predictable and available machine component.

igus® offers an extensive line of more than 8,000 imperial and metric bearing sizes. If an iglide® bearing is not on hand for your application, igus® will custom tool a bearing to meet your specific needs.

Additional features of iglide® plastic plain bearings include:

• Maintenance-free;
• Lubrication-free design;
• Lightweight;
• Low coefficient of friction;
• Low wear;
• High load capacity;
• Corrosion-free;
• Vibration dampening;
• Resistant to dirt and dust;
• Chemical resistant;
• Suitable for temperatures up to 482ºF
• Waterproof.

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How can I learn more about iglide?

1. Expert System—determine which iglide® bearing is right for your application by entering your application parameters.
2. "QuickSpec" RFQ—submit this quick-and-easy form to have a member of igus®’ technical team contact you.
3. iglide vs. sintered-bronze bushings—read why iglide® is an ideal alternative to bronze.
4. Download PDF files—download files from the iglide® plastic plain bearings catalog (no need to give us your details).
5. Watch Videos or visit the Application Corner for real-world application examples.
6. Contact Us

No matter how large or small the order, every customer receives the same level of customer service and commitment to quality when buying from igus®. Standard items are available from stock and no minimum order is required.

To buy direct from igus®:

1. call (800) 521-2747 to speak with a customer service representative;
2. fax a purchase order to (401) 438-7270; or
3. send a purchase order via e-mail to sales@igus.com.

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Search igus' extensive database backed by thousands of tests—not just theory—to ensure you find the right iglide bearing for your application.

Product Highlights
iglide PRT slewing rings			Xiros plastic ball bearings
	Zero-maintenance slewing ring bearing. High wear resistance. Designed for use in all environments.			The first generation of off-the-shelf ball bearings with a predictable service life for temperatures up to 302ºF.
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iglide JVSM pre-loaded bearings			iglide clip bearings
	Pre-tensioned, zero-play plain bearings.			Easy-to-install, high wear resistance, maintenance-free. Used for both rotational and linear movements.
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	Easy-to-install, high wear resistance, maintenance-free. Used for both rotational and linear movements.			Spring washers for axial loads. Vibration dampening, corrosion-resistant, lightweight annular discs.
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iglide Bearings for Everyday Applications
The following iglide bearings are cost-effective, corrosion-resistant and can be used in applications where a thick- or thin-walled bearing is needed. They also are capable of handling edge loads, have high vibration dampening qualitites and a low coefficient
of friction.

Industries:

• agriculture
• packaging
• office furniture
• woodworking

• medical
• fitness equipment
• consumer and many more ...

Features:

• withstands temperatures reaching 176ºF
• rotational and oscillating motions
• high impact resistance

Properties:

• coefficient of friction 0.10 to 0.30
• PSI 2,901
• maximum PV 3,400

Features:

• withstands temperatures reaching 194ºF
• rotational and oscillating motions
• low moisture asorption

Properties:

• coefficient of friction 0.08 to 0.26
• PSI 3,335
• maximum PV 8,700

Features:

• withstands temperatures reaching 194ºF
• rotational, oscillating and linear motions
• low moisture asorption
• chemical-resistant

Properties:

• Coefficient of friction 0.08 to 0.18
• PSI 5,075
• Maximum PV 9,700

• automation
• cylinders/pneumatic
• lifting equipment

• marine
• printing/copy machine
• automotive and many more ...

Features:

• withstands temperatures reaching 266 ºF
• rotational and oscillating motions
• vibration-dampening

Properties:

• coefficient of friction 0.08 to 0.15
• PSI 11,600
• maximum PV 12,000

Features:

• withstands temperatures reaching 194ºF
• rotational, oscillating and linear motions
• suitable for soft shaft materials

Properties:

• coefficient of friction 0.08 to 0.23
• PSI 8,700
• maximum PV 6,600

Features:

• withstands temperatures reaching 266ºF
• rotational, oscillating and linear motions
• high load capacity

Properties:

• coefficient of friction 0.06 to 0.21
• PSI 7,250
• maximum PV 11,000

Features:

• withstands temperatures reaching 275ºF
• oscillating motion
• resistant to edge loads
• high load capacity

Properties:

• coefficient of friction 0.05 to 0.15
• PSI 14,500
• maximum PV 16,000

Features:

• withstands tempuratures reaching 392ºF
• rotational and oscillating motions
• no moisture absorption for underwater applications

Properties:

• coefficient of friction 0.07 to 0.17
• PSI 10,875
• maximum PV 21,000

• construction
• pump
• wash-down
• aerospace

• amusement park ride
• outdoor equipment
• valve and many more ...

Features:

• withstands temperatures reaching 482ºF
• rotational, oscillating and linear motions
• high compressive strength
• wear resistance in both low and high temperatures

Properties:

• coefficient of friction 0.09 to 0.27
• PSI 21,750
• maximum PV 37,700

Features:

• withstands tempuratures reaching 482ºF
• oscillating motion
• ideal for low speeds

Properties:

• coefficient of friction 0.06 to 0.14
• PSI 21,750
• maximum PV 24,000

• medical
• lab equipment
• packaging

• food manufacturing
• food preparationn and many more ...

Features:

• withstands tempuratures reaching 146ºF
• rotational and oscillating motions
• FDA approved
• abrasion-resistant
• resistant to edge loads

Properties:

• coefficient of friction 0.09 to 0.27
• PSI 2,610
• maximum PV 2,900