iglide® UW – The underwater endurance runner, for fast rotation underwater
 

• For underwater applications
• For fast and constant motion
• Long service life
• Lubrication and maintenance-free
• Standard range from stock

The best iglide® bearings for underwater applications. Extremely wear resistant under water, tested and free from maintenance. The first choice for pumping applications.
 
Typical application areas

Hydraulics & pneumatics

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When to use it? For underwater applications and in liquid media For low loads For high rotational speeds For extreme wear resistance in media-lubricated continuous operation

When not to use? When temperatures are continuously higher than +194 °F When high loads are required When only dry operation is feasible   Use our filter options to find the right product 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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