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Would you like a ready-to-connect, harnessed energy chain, with cables as an option, or are you unsure whether the energy chain selected here is suitable for your application? Let our e-chain expert select and calculate the right energy chain based on your application data.

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Food-safe according to FDA
Excellent abrasion resistance and very robust
Accurate surface details
Ideal for worm wheels


Selective laser sintering (SLS) material: iglidur i6
The iglidur i6 material was designed for laser sintering and was especially developed for manufacturing worm wheels for the food &amp; packaging industry. The tests in the igus test laboratory showed a longer service life than for conventionally milled gears - e.g. POM. This significantly increases flexibility in the design of components, because the laser sintering process eliminates the need for tooling and therefore special parts can be manufactured efficiently with no minimum order quantity. Furthermore, iglidur i6 is ideal for snap-on connections due to the higher elongation at break.

When do I use it?

When a food grade material is required
For applications with sliding motion, especially for worm gears
If a white base material is required for subsequent colouring

When not to use it?

When an optically detectable material in blue colour is required (→ iglidur i6-BLUE)
For applications under water or with high humidity (→ iglidur i8-ESD)
If components with ESD specifications are required (→ iglidur i8-ESD or iglidur i9-ESD)
In combination with anodised aluminium as a counter partner (→ iglidur i3)
For spur gear applications (→ iglidur i3)
If the application temperature is higher than 80 °C in the long term (→ iglidur A350 or iglidur RW370)



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With DIN EN 45545, the new iglidur RW250 material fulfills the strict fire protection requirements of railroad technology. In addition, the material formulation has been optimized for absolute wear resistance and offers very good running properties in many applications.  


iglidur® PEP - for all shaft surfaces and materials 
iglidur® PEP consists of a combination of two plastic layers. Even threads, rust or scratches do not impair the permanently reliable function. 



Versatile use: good combination of high wear resistance, strength and temperature resistance


Self-lubricating filament iglidur i180 
Components made from the 3D printing material iglidur i180 can be used universally for all types of wear parts, such as plain bearings, gears and drive nuts, as this material has also been specifically developed for moving applications. The higher wear resistance and higher temperature resistance (100°C over the long term) extend the range of application, especially for more dynamic applications with higher surface speeds.

When to use it?

When an increased permanent application temperature of up to 100°C is required
For highly dynamic plain bearing applications


When not to use it?

If the application temperature is higher than 100°C in the long-term, or even higher wear resistance is required (→ iglidur J260)



iglidur® R | Low-cost material, low coefficients of friction
In the development of iglidur® R, the focus was on high performance and a very low price. In particular, low friction and wear values were to be achieved in dry running. Components made of iglidur® R are specifically supported by a combination of solid lubricants. The PTFE and silicone-free material achieves outstandingly low friction values in dry running and runs largely stick-slip-free.


Typical areas of application

Motorcycle/Rolloler
Furniture/industrial design
Sport, fitness &amp; rehab



When do I use it?

When high wear resistance at low loads is required
When a very inexpensive material is required
When very low coefficients of friction are required in dry running
When edge loads occur
When low moisture absorption is desired
When PTFE or silicone are not approved for the application

When should I not use it?

When high pressure loads occur
When temperatures are permanently higher than +90 °C
When the best possible wear resistance is required 



iglidur® A180 | The FDA-compliant all-rounder
iglidur® A180 is suitable for use in direct contact with food. It is therefore the ideal solution for bearing points on machines for the food and packaging industry, medical equipment manufacturing and small household appliances, etc. Even where wet cleaning or process-related contact with moist media is the order of the day, iglidur® A180 is characterised by minimal moisture absorption.

Typical application areas

Beverage industry
Food industry
Medical technology


When to use it?

When the material has direct contact with food
When FDA compliance is required
When a low noise level is required
When low moisture absorption is fundamental

When not to use it?

When only the highest wear resistance is required
When temperatures permanently higher than +80°C occur
When an inexpensive universal bearing is sought




Flame-retardant, according to UL94-V0 and DIN EN 45545
Temperature-resistant up to + 170 °C
Flexural strength 91 MPa


Fire-retardant high-temperature filament, ideal for the railway industry
iglidur RW370 is an abrasion-resistant, high-temperature tribofilament which was specifically developed for use in railway vehicles. As such, its fire-retardant specifications conform to UL94-V0 and EN45545. In addition, it has the maximum mechanical strength of all tribofilaments and a long-term temperature resistance of 170 °C, which makes it the material of choice for high-temperature applications.

When to use it?

When the application requires high temperature resistance
When the mechanical strength of the other tribofilaments is not sufficient
When fire-retardant specifications are required

When not to use it?

When very high wear resistance at high-temperature load is required (→ iglidur A350)



iglidur E is particularly characterized by its long service life in combination with shafts made of aluminium. Especially in linear and swiveling motion profiles, iglidur E offers particularly good wear properties. 



iglidur® N54 | The biopolymer, based on renewable raw materials
iglidur® N54 is the first iglidur® material that is largely based on biopolymers. In addition to the fact that all iglidur® materials are already lubricant-free, this is a further step towards a positive environmental balance. Good coefficients of friction paired with service lives that allow series use in sporadically moving applications give this material a firm place in the iglidur® program.

Typical areas of application

Mechanical engineering
Furniture / industrial design


When do I use it?

For sporadically moving applications with low to medium loads
For quasi-static loads
When the environmental balance of a product needs to be optimized

When do I not use it?

When a universal standard material is required
When there is a high frequency of movement and continuous operation
When elevated temperatures are present




Electrostatically dissipative (ESD), without interference currents in live parts
Contact resistance 10^6 – 10^9 Ohm x cm
Increased rigidity
Colour: black (continuous)


Selective laser sintering (SLS) material: iglidur i9-ESD
The laser sintering powder iglidur i9-ESD has a electrical resistance of 10^6 to 10^9 Ohm. This makes it electrostatically dissipative (ESD), and at the same time reduces the risk of unwanted discharge currents between sensitive, electrical components. This makes it ideal for applications in the electronics and semiconductor industries, and especially for electronic connectors.

When to use it?

When antistatic components with medium conductivity are needed
For applications under water or with high humidity
When components with high stiffness are required
When components with high UV resistance are required
When black components are required

When not to use it?

If I need ESD parts with better conductivity (→ iglidur i8-ESD)
For worm wheel applications (→ iglidur i6)
If the application requires a food grade material (→ iglidur i6 or iglidur i6-BLUE)
If the application temperature is higher than 80 °C in the long term (→ iglidur A350 or iglidur RW370)



iglidur® A200 | FDA-compliant for low speeds
iglidur® A200 is suitable for use in direct contact with food. It is the ideal solution for bearing points on machines for the food industry, medical equipment manufacturing, small household appliances, etc. Since the addition of solid lubricants had to be dispensed with to ensure food compatibility, iglidur® A200 is specially designed for abrasion resistance. Additionally, the iglidur® A200 is characterised by its ability to embed dirt and by its quiet operation.

Typical applications

Food industry


When to use it?

Suitable for contact with food
When a low noise level is required
When dirt needs to become embedded
When FDA compliance is required

When not to use it?

When the maximum wear resistance is necessary
When temperatures greater than +80°C occur in the long term
When a cost-effective universal material is sought
For operations in wet environments



iglidur® H | High temperature and chemical resistance
iglidur® H is a fibre-reinforced thermoplastic material that was specially developed for applications in high humidity or under water. iglidur® H can be used completely free of lubrication; in wet applications, the surrounding media acts as additional lubricant. Suitable for temperatures up to +200°C. Very low coefficient of friction when used with hardened shafts.

Typical applications

Beverage industry
Medical technology
Offshore
Shipbuilding


When to use it?

﻿For underwater applications
When high temperature resistance is required
For high mechanical loading
For applications in contact with chemicals

When not to use it?

When extremely high wear resistance under water is required
When the best universal resistance to chemicals is required
For maximum compressive strength at higher temperatures




Versatile use: good combination of high wear resistance, strength and temperature resistance
Colour: black

Self-lubricating filament iglidur i180  in black colour
Components made from the 3D printing material iglidur i180-BL can be used universally for all types of wear-resistant parts, such as plain bearings, gears and drive nuts, as this material has also been specifically developed for moving applications. The higher wear resistance and higher temperature resistance (100°C over the long term) extend the range of application, especially for more dynamic applications with higher surface speeds.

When to use it?

When an increased permanent application temperature of up to 100°C is required
For highly dynamic plain bearing applications
If a black material is required

When not to use it?

If the application temperature is higher than 100°C in the long-term, or even higher wear resistance is required (→ iglidur J260) 



Bearings of so-called tracking systems in photovoltaic systems defy particularly adverse environmental conditions. iglidur P UV was developed for this area of application. The special composition ensures high resistance to ultraviolet rays and ensures that components made of iglidur P UV function for a particularly long time and with the least possible loss of strength. 



Food compliant according to FDA
Blue colour for optical detectability
Excellent abrasion resistance and toughness
Accurate surface details
Ideal for worm wheels


Selective laser sintering (SLS) material: iglidur i6-BLUE
The iglidur i6-BLUE material, developed for laser sintering, is specifically intended for use as a worm wheel, and for food contact. The tests in the igus test laboratory showed a longer service life than for conventionally milled gears - e.g. POM - This significantly increases flexibility in the design of components, because the laser sintering process eliminates the need for tooling and therefore special parts can be manufactured efficiently with no minimum order quantity. Furthermore, iglidur i6-BLUE is ideal for snap-on connections due to the higher elongation at break.

When do I use it?

When a food-compliant material in a continuous blue colour is required (optical detectability)
For applications with sliding motion, especially for worm gears

When not to use it?

For applications under water or with high humidity (→ iglidur i8-ESD)
If components with ESD specifications are required (→ iglidur i8-ESD or iglidur i9-ESD)
In combination with anodised aluminium as a counter partner (→ iglidur i3)
For spur gear applications (→ iglidur i3)
If the application temperature is higher than 80 °C in the long term (→ iglidur A350 or iglidur RW370)




Extremely robust and rigid with carbon fibre reinforcement
Suitable for structural components and multi-material components
Flexural strength up to 237 MPa, flexural modulus of elasticity of up to 11.5 GPa, improved strength in z-direction


High-strength filament for structural components or as a material partner for multi-material components
igumid P190 is an extremely strong and stiff 3D printed filament due to the reinforcement with carbon fibre. It was specially developed as a partner material for iglidur i190 for the production of very strong and at the same time friction-optimised components in multi-material printing. Furthermore, it can be used for printing stable structural components. Thanks to the high strength and high rigidity, as well as its low density of 1.25g/cm³, igumid P190 is ideal for lightweight construction with low material requirements.

When to use it?

For structural components where high strength and stiffness are required
For special mounting brackets for energy chains
As a multi-material partner with iglidur i190, for the combination of a high-strength material (igumid P190) and a particularly durable plastic (iglidur i190)

When not to use it?
For friction and wear applications (→ iglidur i150 or iglidur i180 or iglidur i190)
If the application requires a food-grade material (→ iglidur i150 or iglidur i151 or iglidur A350)
If the application temperature is higher than 120 °C in the long term (→ iglidur A350 or iglidur RW370)



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Higher application temperature up to 110 °C
Highest flexural strength of 94 MPa at 20 °C
PFAS-free
Electrostatic dissipative (ESD)


Selective laser sintering (SLS) material: iglidur i230
The iglidur i230 laser sintering powder stands out as another all-rounder material among the iglidur SLS materials. Unlike iglidur i3, however, it is designed for higher application temperatures and withstands long-term temperatures of up to 110 °C. Moreover, the material is 80 % more wear-resistant than PA12. Of all iglidur SLS materials, iglidur i230 offers the highest flexural strength and, in addtion, it has electrostatically dissipative (ESD) properties.
Good to know: iglidur i230 contains no PTFE and is therefore not affected by future PFAS regulations.

When to use it?

When a PFAS-free material is required
If the application temperature is above 80 °C in the long term and at a maximum of 110 °C
If components with high mechanical strength (also structural components) are required
If components with ESD properties are required up to 110 °C application temperature

When not to use it?

If components with higher wear resistance at max. 80 °C application temperature are required (→ iglidur i3)
If components with ESD properties up to 80 °C application temperature are required (→ iglidur i8-ESD or iglidur i9-ESD)
For worm wheel applications (→ iglidur i6)
If the application requires a food-safe material (→ iglidur i6)
When components with higher elasticity are required (→ iglidur i10)
If the application temperature is higher than 110 °C in the long term (→ iglidur A350 or iglidur RW370)




Flexural strength up to 80 MPa, best iglidur filament
Excellent service life - 50 times higher abrasion resistance than ABS


Flexible and wear-resistant filament - iglidur i190
iglidur i190 is characterised by high wear resistance, as the material is enriched with solid lubricants. It can be processed on regular 3D printers, but a closed 3D printer is recommended. Due to its high wear resistance and excellent mechanical specifications (strength, toughness, coating adhesion), it is an all-round material that is suitable for most applications and 3D printers. Of all igus tribofilaments, only iglidur RW370 has a higher strength than iglidur i190. It can also withstand a long-term application temperature of up to 90 °C (after tempering the component).

When to use it?

For all types of applications where low friction and high wear resistance are important
When higher strengths are required

When not to use it?

If the application temperature is higher than 90 °C in the long term (→ iglidur J260 or iglidur RW370)
For applications under water or with high humidity (→ iglidur i180)
If the application requires a food grade material (→ iglidur i150 or iglidur A350)



iglidur® AB | The first antibacterial iglidur® material
iglidur® AB helps to reduce the level of bacterial contamination in bearing points that are difficult to access. iglidur® AB was specifically developed for applications in areas with high hygiene requirements. Often such applications are manually operated pivots (doors, medical furniture, etc.). The material reduces the level of bacterial contamination but - like all &#34;anti-bacterial&#34; materials - is not a substitute for adequate hygienic measures.

Typical application areas

Medical technology
Laboratory technology
Ventilation systems
Sanitary furniture and equipment
Bearings of patient and care furniture


When to use it?

When bearing points must meet high hygienic standards
When a universal material for manual applications is required
When a material for low to medium loads is required

When not to use it?

When a highly wear-resistant material is required for continuous dry operation
When a material complies with the EU regulation 10/2011 EC and/or the FDA requirements for repeated food contact is sought
When a material with the highest universal media resistance is required



iglidur® Q | For high loads - wear-resistant on many shafts
iglidur® Q was developed especially for extreme loads. Under high loads, iglidur® Q is one of the iglidur® materials with by far the best wear resistance. From a radial load of 25 MPa, even the highly abrasion-resistant iglidur® W300 is surpassed. Special solid lubricants distributed extremely finely in the material ensure that maintenance-free dry running is guaranteed under any load.

Typical areas of application

Agricultural technology
Construction machinery
Traffic engineering


When do I use it?

For swivel applications
For very good abrasion resistance, especially under extreme loads
For extreme p x v values
If the material should be insensitive to dirt

When should I not use it?

For use under water
When temperatures are permanently higher than +135 °C
If high edge loads or heavy impact loads occur



iglidur® J350 | Endurance runner with high dimensional stability at temperature - applicable with many shafts and load collectives
A superior material for rotational applications - and that on many different steel shafts: The service life of iglidur® J350  can often be multiplied at loads between 2MPa and 50MPa. In addition, the high temperature resistance makes it a very versatile material.

Typical applications

Vending machinery
Automotive
Glass industry
Machine tools


When to use it?

When a wear-resistant material for rotational movement at medium and high loads is required
When a cost-effective material is required for use at high temperatures
When press-fit up to +150°C is necessary
When high wear resistance is required at high loads
When the material is exposed to shock loading

When not to use it?

When continuous operating temperatures are higher than +180°C
When the lowest friction is required
When a cost-effective, low-friction mterial is sought
At high peripheral speeds



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iglidur H5 was developed especially for use in corrosive environments in which high edge pressures and impact loads also occur.


iglidur® A160 | FDA and EU regulation-compliant for chemicals and food
iglidur® A160 is characterised by extreme media resistance at low costs. Tribologically optimised, the material can be used up to +90°C and also meets the conformity requirements of the food processing sector. The property profile is rounded off by the &#34;optical detectability&#34; often desired in the industry, i.e. the blue colour.

Typical application areas

Beverage industry
Food industry
Medical technology


When to use it?

When a material with maximum media resistance is required
When a cost-effective material with high media resistance is required
When a material conforming to the 10/2011 EC is required

When not to use it?

When a universal material is needed for the food industry
If a very media-resistant material is sought for applications at more than +90°C
When a low-cost material with high wear resistance in dry operation is required



Die Werkstoffe der ECON-Serie, iglidur J4, GLW, P4, PLW210, ALW350, HLW und NEU: Q2LW sind nicht nur für viele Anwendungsbereiche bestens geeignet, sondern nun auch im europäischen Markt in Standardabmessungen verfügbar.  
Vorteile: 

Universell einsetzbar
Varianten für hohe Temperaturen
Lebensmitteleinsatz und Verschleißfestigkeit verfügbar
Kostengünstig, besonders bei größeren Stückzahlen
Ca. 50 % reduzierter CO2-Fußabdruck  



iglidur® J4 | Lowcost material
iglidur® J4 is the low-cost material for long service life at low to medium loads.

Typical application areas

3D printers


When do I use it?

When I am looking for a lubricant-free and maintenance-free material
When I am looking for a low-cost material for large series
When I need low coefficients of friction
If I need good media resistance If I need low moisture absorption

When do I not use it?

For high loads When I have high temperatures in my application



The material offers excellent friction and wear values at low to medium loads.
Areas of application: 

Packaging machines
Textile machinery
Furniture design 



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iglidur® H2 | Low cost, for high temperaturesWhen using iglidur® H2, economic aspects are in the focus. It is the first time that it is possible to offer such a high-performance material for high volume applications with these technical advantages at such a cost-effective price: temperatures up to +200°C, permitted surface pressure up to 110N/mm², and excellent chemical resistance. The iglidur® H2 material is self-lubricating and suitable for all motions.Typical applications

Automotive 


When to use it?

For use under water
When a cost-effective material is required for use at high temperatures
For applications with fuels, oils, etc.
Resistant to chemicals


When not to use it?

When extreme wear resistance is required
When vibration dampening is required
When neither increased temperatures nor media contact occur 



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