iglide® D | Low-cost material with silicone
 

• Low coefficients of friction at high speeds
• For low loads
• Cost-effective
• Vibration-dampening
• Very low moisture absorption
• Lubrication and maintenance-free

During the development process of iglide® D as a bearing material, high performance and a very low price were the top requirements. In particular, low coefficients of friction were needed at high speeds when running dry. This material containing silicone achieves excellently low friction values in dry operation and runs with virtually no stick-slip.
 
Typical application areas

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Model building
Furniture/industrial design
Fitness/physical therapy equipment

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When to use it? When low coefficients of friction are needed For high speeds For low load When a very cost-effective bearing is required

When not to use? If high pressure occurs When the part should be free of silicone If temperatures are constantly higher than +194°F   Use our filter options to find the most suitable product

Tolerances and measurement system
The installation dimensions and tolerances of the iglide® plain bearings are a function of the material and wall thicknesses. For each material, the moisture absorption and the thermal expansion are imperative. Plain bearings with low moisture absorption can be designed with a minimal amount of tolerance. For wall thickness, the rule is: The thicker the bearings are, the larger the tolerances must be.
Testing methods
 
Assembly
iglide® bearings are press-fit bearings. The inner diameter adjusts only after press-fit in the proper housing bore with a recommended tolerance. The before press-fit oversized dimension can be up to 2% of the inner diameter. In this manner, the secure press-fitting of the bearing is achieved. Axial or radial shifts in the housing are also prevented.
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