Plain bearings for thermal management

The alternative to carbon graphite bearings in coolant pumps and valves

With the continuing trend towards BEV, PHEV and HEV, the importance of themanagement (TM) is increasing and with it the demands on the systems. igus® offers the right bearing for various TM applications such as water pumps and cooling water manufacturers and will be happy to support you in your selection.

Requirements for bearing in TM applications:

Resistance to water-glycol
Temperatures up to 150°C
No leakage over the service life
Resistant to contamination by moulding sand

Advantages of igus® plain bearings:

Cost advantages compared to carbon-graphite, PTFE and ceramic bearings
Quiet running
Up to 80 % weight saving
Ideally suited in combination with plastic shafts
Overmoulding possible

Suitable products

iglidur® H3

Particularly wear-resistant, high elongation at break and chemical resistance

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iglidur® H370

Maximum service life under water with high media resistance and load capacity

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iglidur® H1

High media and temperature resistance, very low coefficient of friction

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iglidur® H4

High chemical and temperature resistance -40 °C to +200 °C

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Hydrodynamic and special plain bearings

We have various plastic plain bearings in our standard programme that are suitable for use in hydrodynamic lubrication. In addition, we also manufacture plain bearings in special designs with radial or axial grooves, which can ensure an even better flow of the water-glycol mixture.

⯈ Plain bearings for hydrodynamic applications
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