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Maintenance-free
High strength under impact loads
Very high tensile strength for varying loads
Compensation for alignment errors
Compensation for edge loads
Resistant to dirt, dust and lint
Resistant to corrosion and chemicals
High vibration dampening capacity
Suitable for rotating, oscillating and linear movements
Lightweight
Dimensional series K and E, dimensions according to DIN ISO 12240
igubal® rod end bearings handle high loads at normal room temperatures, have excellent dampening properties and weigh only a fifth of traditional metallic bearing rod end bearings. In applications with high continuous loads and high temperatures, the loading capacity of igubal® rod end bearings should be tested in an experiment that duplicates the application.
One important advantage of igubal® spherical bearings is that rapid, rotary movements of a mounted shaft take place directly in the spherical portion. In metallic rod ends, rotary motion takes place between the race and the spherical bearing. High speeds can be achieved with igubal® bearings. igubal® bearings are used in such a way that the angular movements of the spherical bearings take place at the spherical outer diameter. In contrast, rotations of the shaft are supported directly in the inner diameter of the spherical portion. The advantage, therefore, lies in the plastic vs. steel relationship. Plastic produces lower friction and permits high speeds, even when running dry. Maintenance-free igubal® rod end bearings are also suited for linear and oscillating shaft movements.
igubal® rod end bearings are available in the dimensional series K and E for shaft diameters of 0.1875 to 1.00 inch (2 to 30 mm).
Type A – with outer threads
Type B – with inner threads
The dimensional series K is available in inch dimensions as well as a special version containing a stainless steel sleeve in the inner race. This allows a significantly higher torque than for the standard plastic race.
Please ask us about quantities, availability and pricing.
igubal® rod end bearings can be used at different tolerances depending on the individual application. As a standard program, they are designed with a large amount of bearing clearance, which permits secure operation even at high rotational speeds. The bore of the inner race is produced within a standard tolerance range. Shafts should also meet recommended tolerances. Please contact us with any questions regarding tolerances.
With female threads in metric and inch dimensions
With male threads in metric and inch dimensions
With interchangeable balls available in five different plastic blends.
Adjusting hex bolt with pin
For rotating and oscillating movements.
Cost effective self-aligning rod ends.
Quick and easy manual assembly.
