igubal rod end bearings

Rod ends made of high-performance plastics

igubal ®-rod end are corrosion-free and can be used in harsh environments without any problems . They are resistant to weak acids and alkalis in damp or wet environments. Like all igus® products, our rod ends are lubrication-free and also significantly cheaper than comparable metallic solutions.

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Tested in the largest laboratory in the industry!

With their tribological specifications, our plastic-rod ends fulfil the highest requirements for a long service life without additional lubrication. To achieve this quality, we carry out over 135 trillion test movements a year in our 250 m² plain bearing test laboratory. We test and develop materials for our rod ends under real conditions with the aim of delivering the best plastic solution for your application.

The polymer rod ends are optimised for use in motion and their specifications open up new scope in design. The tests focuses on push/pull forces, coefficient of friction, wear as well as abrasion and drive force under different speeds and loads of the bearing.

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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
Plastic rod ends 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.

When do I use them?

When weight is to be saved
When rotating, oscillating and linear movements are to be realised
When high-frequency oscillations/vibrations are prevalent
When low-noise running is required
If an electrically insulating part is required
If freedom from corrosion is desired
For combinations with pneumatic cylinders and gas springs
When chemical resistance is required
When high rigidity is required
If they are to be detectable

When should I not use them?

When temperatures are above +80 °C
If rotational speeds of over 0.5 m/s are to be realised
When very high tensile and axial loads prevail
When applications with hydraulic cylinders are to be realised
When dimensions over 30 mm are required

igubal® rod end 2.0

lubrication-free plastic-metal hybrids for higher loads

The igubal® rod end 2.0 represents an innovative development in the field of lubrication-free bearing technology. Our rod ends combine the maintenance-free and self-lubricating igus® technology with the strength and breaking resistance of a metal housing.

Thanks to the modular principle, these rod ends can realise specific requirements: from the classic version with iglidur® J inner ring to the FDA-compliant version with iglidur® A181 inner ring and the ESD-conductive version with iglidur® X inner ring, which withstands extreme temperatures from -100 to 250 °C. In addition, other iglidur® materials can also be realised on enquiry to meet special requirements.

Why igubal® rod end 2.0?

Our plastic-metal hybrid solution is specially designed for high loads and offers exceptional performance in demanding applications. The metal components ensure high breaking strength and robustness, making the igubal® rod end 2.0 a reliable choice for applications with high static tensile and axial loads.

The igubal® rod end 2.0 is available in shaft diameters of 6, 8, 10, 12, 16 and 20 and with both normal and fine threads, left-hand and right-hand threads as well as internal and male threads.