iglide Plastic Bearings in Bicycle Technology

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1 Plastics for Longer Life iglide Plastic Bearings in Bicycle Technology IG-B9

2 What is iglide? Plastics for Longer Life iglide bearings are... freedom from maintenance through superior plastic bearing technology. Precisely matched reinforcement additives and solid lubricants combine with base polymers to create more than 20 advanced iglide material blends. These materials are used to make high-performance plastic bearings to meet the needs of almost any application from the simplest to the most complex, and every kind in between. With forty years of experience, more than 3,500 tests performed each year and more than 100 new plastic compounds developed annually, igus has built a comprehensive database on the tribologic properties of polymers. Every iglide bearing has been tested thousands and proven millions of times over. With iglide, simply install it and forget it. Features and benefits of iglide plastic bearings: self-lubricating corrosion resistance maintenance-free performance self-alignment long life at a low cost chemical resistance low coefficient of friction vibration dampening high wear resistance thin-walled design high load capacity lightweight high temperature resistance replace metal/bronze/roller dirt, dust and UV resistance bearings In addition to these numerous technical advantages iglide bearings offer enormous cost savings up to 40% or more in comparison to standard metallic rolled bearings. Iglide plastic bearings deliver a cost-effective, lubrication-free and maintenancefree alternative to bronze, metal-backed and custom injection-molded bearings. From severe temperatures, to contamination to underwater applications, there is an iglide bearing for almost every occasion. Offered in more than 6,000 inch and metric sizes and styles, including flange, thrust and sleeve, if an iglide bearing isn t available to meet your specifications, igus will custom tool a bearing to suit your needs. Call us with your application information and for free samples. iscover how iglide plastic bearings can benefit you! Peak iglide Performance igubal igubal ALL IGLIE and IGUBAL MATEIALS igubal igubal High High High High High Vibration Loads irt Levels Moisture Wear ampening esistance esistance

3 iglide is available in standard sizes from stock, in a variety of material blends. No matter what your application needs, igus has an iglide bearing for you.. Call igus for details on these or any one of our more than 16 material blends. Self-Adjusting Maintenance-free Igubal Igubal bearings are maintenance-free easy to install, selfadjusting, adapt to all angular deviations, and replace special housings in many cases. With igubal, the user can take advantage of all the benefits of high-performance plastics: vibration dampening, ability to operate in liquids or chemicals, and resistance to dirt and dust which can impede the performance of greased metal components. All Around Performer The iglide material comprises a thermoplastic base material, a network of fibers and a mix of solid lubricant. The thin wall thickness of iglide bearings ensures good heat conducting characteristics, resulting in higher load capacity. Fast and Slow Motion Specialist Iglide is a low-cost bearing for lower loads, providing very low friction in almost any environment. Iglide is specially designed for start/stop, light-duty applications and requires no external lubrication. The stickslip tendency is extremely low, a fact of particular significance in low-load, very low-speed applications. Iglide can also be used for high-speed, more than 3ft/s, applications, due to its low coefficient of friction. Edge Load Capabilities Short Stroke Iglide H370 is characterized by very low water absorption and clearly improved wear resistance. H370 is characterized by its ability to handle high edge loading and short strokes. Cost Effective Bronze Alternative Low Friction Low Cost Iglide was developed with high performance and a very low price as a top requirement. In particular, low coefficients of friction were needed at high speeds while running dry. Plain bearings made of iglide are designed with support from a combination of solid lubricants. The material achieves excellent low coefficients of friction while running dry, and it runs virtually stick-slip free. Iglide was developed with high performance and a very low price as a top requirement. In particular, low coefficients of friction were needed at high speeds while running dry. Iglide Materials

4 Where is iglide? Plastics for Longer Life iglide can be used... anywhere, in any motion linear, rotary, oscillating and in almost any conditions. From severe temperatures, to contamination, to underwater applications, with more than 20 material blends to choose from, there is an iglide bearing for most applications. ear erailleur Iglide is well suited for rear derailleur applications due to it s light weight, small oscillating motion despite edge loading and vibration, and low friction in case of edge forces. V-Braking system For smooth, fluid moving V-brakes, use iglide. Iglide delivers low friction even on poortoleranced pins with no noise. It s a low-cost, corrosion-resistant material. ear Suspension Arm Iglide has some of the lowest wear rates, even in dusty environments, making it ideal for suspension systems. It performs a small oscillating motion, and creates minimal friction on stainless steel or anodized aluminum shafts. With iglide, you only need one bearing for radial and axial loads. Versions with reduced clearance are available. Shock Absorber oint Igubal spherical bearings are self-aligning for easy moving shock absorber joints. They perform a small linear motion combined with a constant wide-ranging oscillating motion while handling high shock loads. The low friction of the radial bearing reduces the edge forces on the linear bearing of the shock absorber and both simple and poor-toleranced shafts can be used.

5 Saddle Gas Springs Choose iglide for seat gas springs requiring high-frequency linear strokes combined with edge loads. It delivers the lowest friction values on poor-toleranced, hard-chromed shafts and is also a low-cost material. Low-Friction Brake Handle One of the newest iglide materials, iglide is a low-cost alternative that is ideal for oscillating motions requiring a low coefficient of friction. Free-wheel Pedals Low-friction in case of edge forces, corrosion and dirt resistance and its light weight make iglide an ideal solution for free-wheel pedal applications. Front Shock Absorber For sensitive front shock absorption, use iglide. It can handle high edge loads and short stroke, high-frequency motion. It has low static and dynamic coefficients of friction as well as high resistance to wear. isc Brake For long-lasting disc brakes, try iglide. It has a short stroke motion and rapid oscillation and can withstand temperatures up to 392 F. Where is iglide?

6 Custom iglide! Plastics for Longer Life iglide can be made... to meet the parameters of an unconventional application. We can produce special solutions with lifetime calculations and wear rates that deliver the same advantages as a standard iglide bearing from stock: maintenancefree, self-lubricating, low-friction and low wear. Call your igus representative for further information. A bearing in any shape, such as square, trapezoid or rectangle can be molded in any size.

7 iglide is proven... iglide bearings in the Catrike recumbant bicycle using more than 20 years of intensive laboratory research and testing. The iglide Predictability Calculator enables engineers to instantly analyze and predict the life and wear of iglide bearings. Calculations are based on actual test data from the lab, as well as data compiled from real life field-testing by customers. There are too many variables involved to cover every application for every type of bearing. Instead, this unique tool predicts the performance of any iglide bearing within the specific parameters of an application. iglide bearing in the bicycle shock absorber. Visit and discover which iglide bearing is right for your application Predictability! Plastics for Longer Life iglide bearings withstand the rugged terrain intense performance required by off-road mountain bikes.

8 Also from igus New iglide bearings catalog showcases high-performance plastic bearings made from engineered polymers in 20 different material blends. Choose from more than 6,000 inch and metric bearings from stock, including iglide plain bearings, eight varieties of igubal spherical bearings and the extensive line of rylin linear bearings and guide systems. New rylin linear slide table brochure provides customers with a complete range of slide table options for their packaging, medical and cleanroom applications. Six varieties are available in multiple sizes to meet a range of application requirements. Customizable solutions are also available. New outdoor equipment brochure provides customers with an overview of products specially suited for outdoor applications webmaster@igus.com