Corrosion-free bearing technology for ankle joint prosthesis

In this prosthetic joint, the bearing must be resistant to impact loads and salt water

Profile

  • What was needed: iglidur ® plain bearing, igubal ® spherical plain bearing
  • Requirements: Bearings with a very low coefficient of friction were needed that can be used in or near salt water and are easy to install. They also needed to be manufactured in accordance with ISO 9001-certified QMS requirements and exceed the test conditions for dynamic and static load in accordance with ISO 10328.
  • Industry: Medical technology, prostheses
  • Success for the customer: Thanks to their material composition, the polymer bearings are extremely wear-resistant, resilient and self-lubricating. The bearings, which do not require external lubrication, are therefore also completely maintenance-free.
Prosthetic joint from Adaptive Sports Ankle Prosthetics

Problem

Solution

Products used

iglidur J plain bearings

iglidur® J plain bearing

  • Excellent coefficient of friction
  • Low moisture absorption
  • Resistant to shocks and impacts
iglidur J plain bearings

igubal® spherical ball

  • iglidur® J material
  • Excellent coefficient of friction
  • Low moisture absorption
  • Resistant to shocks and impacts

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