What are self-locking lead screws?
In some applications self-locking lead screws are essential. But what is a self-locking lead screw and can it be used in my application? Hopefully this blog will help you answer those questions.
Is electrostatic discharge important in moving parts?
Electrostatic discharge can be dangerous so it is important that this friction is dissipated correctly. igus® have a whole range of ESD products and recently have introduced a 3D filament to the mix, iglidur I8-ESD.
TX1 polymer bearings vs bronze bearings
If you could design a bearing into your application which was lighter, more cost-effective and could still cope with the demands that bronze ones are expected to, would you swap to a wound composite bearing? The TX1 is a great alternative to bronze bearings and are being used more and more in the agricultural industry. Why don’t you replace your bronze with polymer?
How can FDA bar stock material help your application?
igus® has a large range of FDA approved products, in both the chain range and the bearing. However occasionally the standard range might not quite fit the design so having a large range of stock materials enables customers to be as creative as they desire.
