Igus Releases Iglide R Plastic Bearings

Igus, Inc., a leading developer of iglide plastic bearings, igubal spherical bearings and DryLin linear bearings and guide systems, offers iglide R, an economical, maintenance-free alternative to bronze bearings.

"Iglide R incurs little-to-no low wear even at high speeds and also is oil-free and resistant to dirt, dust and UV rays," said a company spokesperson. "These qualities make iglide R an ideal choice for agricultural and outdoor applications, specifically commercial mowers and golf course equipment, which benefit from its contamination-free properties.

"Like all iglide bearings, iglide R is comprised of high-performance plastics that are lightweight and lubrication-free. Unlike bronze bushings, which require regular maintenance and lubrication, engineers can install iglide R and forget about it. It will not only outlive its bronze counterparts, but also will reduce costs and never corrode.

"Iglide R operates within a permissible temperature range of -58 degrees Fahrenheit to +230 degrees Fahrenheit. It can be used in linear, oscillating and rotating applications and is available in both sleeve and flange styles with inner diameters ranging from 3/16 of an inch to two inches. Iglide R can be used in a wide range of environments, including those where water or chemicals are present, due to its low moisture absorption and resistance to alcohol, greases, oils and fuels.

"When choosing any iglide plastic bearing from igus, users will enjoy:

No maintenance
Dry-running performance
Predictable wear rates and life expectancies
Lower costs
An extensive choice of more than 8,000 bearing styles and sizes from stock.

For more information contact:

Farrah Phillipo

igus, Inc.

P.O. Box 14349

East Providence, RI 02914

800-521-2747 ext. 147

Fax: 401-438-7270