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Video of the Week igus polymer bearings

Self-lubricating properties to run smoothly and last longer
igus bearings are unique in design; available in variety of polymer materials, each with different properties, igus can custom design a bearing for almost any application. igus polymer materials are composed of a base polymer, fibres and filling material and a solid lubricant. The type of polymer material used determines the bearings properties; for example, its resistance to temperature extremes or chemicals as well as the life of the product. One of the best things about igus

polymer bearings is that they are entirely lubricant free. Where there is surface to surface contact, or any sliding motion, the solid lubricant is always present, making the polymer bearing entirely self-lubricating. This tribological technology is used throughout the igus bearing range, including the iglidur plain bearings, xiros ball bearings, igubal spherical bearings, PRT slewing rings and DryLin linear systems.

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To see examples of the igus products that use this polymer technology you can visit the website at www.igus.co.uk or watch the informative video at www.igus.co.uk/videos/polymers. Or for regular updates follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/igusUK