igubal coupling joints

Coupling joints made of high-performance plastics

Metal coupling rods are heavy, often expensive and require a lot of maintenance. The economical alternative: coupling rods from the igubal® series. They are made of polymers, which result inweight savings of up to 80 % and cost savings of up to 40 % . But that's not all. The plastic coupling rods are quick and easy to install and enable economical operation. This is because they do not require lubrication and are maintenance-free. The igubal® range of coupling rods is growing continuously. And thanks to a modular system with spherical balls made from a wide variety of materials and housings with different geometries, you as a user are sure to find your ideal solution. On request, igus® can also produce customised components. Users of coupling rods from igubal® include companies in the automotive industry, automation, agricultural engineering, plant engineering and automotive engineering.

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A wide range of combinations

With over 100 variants, our coupling rod shop offers a large selection for every application. Whether individual centre distance or specific alignment of the bearing points - enjoy complete flexibility.

Not found the right one? No problem!

With our intuitive online configurator, you can create the perfect coupling joint. Or contact us directly; our team of experts will be happy to advise you to find a customised solution for your needs.

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The benefits at a glance

Cost-effective
Up to 40% cheaper than metallic variants.

Lightweight
Up to 80% lighter than metallic components.

Dirt-resistant
A large undercut prevents the ingress of dirt.

Corrosion-free
Polymer coupling joints can come into contact with water and media.

Self-lubricating
No lubrication necessary and completely Maintenance-free over the entire lifetime.

Easy installation
Very easy assembly and disassembly. Up to 6 times faster than metal versions.

An alternative to metal?

igubal® coupling rods made of plastic are much more than just an alternative, because they offer a wide range of advantages over metal versions. Due to certain requirements such as high loads and fast movements, tribologically optimised and reinforced polymers from igus® offer optimum results.

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Coupling rod configurator

The igubal® couplingrod configurator allows you to easily configure coupling rods for your individual requirements. Enter your specific requirements and the configurator will present you with optimised or suitable standardised components at the touch of a button.

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