Regardless of whether a swivel or linear movement is performed, there are suitable iglidur plain bearings (wound or injection-moulded) and thrust washers made of high-performance polymers for both cases. Both plain bearings and thrust washers are available in a variety of different materials with different properties, so that the material can be precisely matched to the application conditions.
If bearing points in couplings are equipped with iglidur plain bearings or thrust washers, this has further advantages in addition to wear resistance. They enable perfect function in the event of impacts and dirt and are corrosion-free. All iglidur materials contain incorporated solid lubricants that make additional lubrication and maintenance superfluous. By dispensing with additional lubricants, the plain bearings are very weather-resistant and ideally suited for use in couplings. This means that they always function properly, even in large amounts of dust or snow. They are also characterised by high load absorption and a long service life, which can be precisely calculated using the free igus online tools.
