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Ingress Protection Ratings Guide
IP ratings are the the rating system of the capability of a motor with water resistance and/or dust/other debris. In layman’s terms, they rate the seal of the motor.
igubal® JEM insert bearings infographic
igubal® JEM plastic insert bearings are grease-free, lightweight & self-lubricating, making them an ideal 1:1 metal bearing replacement. Learn more about the benefits and cost-savings here.
Plastic vs Metal Self-aligning Bearings
More design options, differing motion & no rust. See how igus® self-aligning bearings compare to its metal bearing counterparts in this one-page infographic.
drylin® Decision Tree: How to Choose Your Linear System
From linear bearings & slides to fully assembled actuators and gantries, this decision tree will help you find the linear system you are searching for.
Choosing your custom parts manufacturing
Interested in having a custom part created? View this infographic about the various manufacturing methods available from igus® & discover which is best for you.
Triboplastic production methods for small batch and prototypes
This infographic describes the different methods for producing engineered plastics or triboplastics from igus®. The options include Print to mold, FDM, and SLS 3D print methods.
HVAC with iglide® bearings
Our high-performance plastic iglide® bearings are self-lubricating, mildew/mold certified, and FAA compliant. They're also quiet running and easy to install. Check out this infographic for more.
Selective Laser Sintering powered by igus®
Our SLS-printed parts have been proven to last 3x longer than standard printed components. Check out this infographic for test lab results and to see how easy it is to order your SLS parts online.
PRT-04 slewing ring
The iglide® PRT-04 slewing ring has a 50% lower profile than its predecessor, the PRT-01. It's also 60% lighter and 20% more cost-effective. Check out this infographic to learn more!
What are the different types of triflex® R?
View & learn about the different types of triflex R cable carriers which are an ideal cable management solution for multi-axis applications & industrial robots.
Steel vs. plastic cable carriers
Plastic energy chains have begun to replace steel on most applications. View this infographic to learn about all of the advantages plastic cable carriers offer.
Aligning Rails 101
It is imperative to align your linear guide rails parallel to each other to operate efficiently. Read these 8 steps for ensuring proper rail alignment.
Moving desk cable management made easy with OCR energy chain
Read about how the maintenance-free OCR energy chain from igus® simplifies cable management for moving desks & allows for easy installation via magnetic mounts.
5 reasons to replace PTFE-lined bearings
Plastic bearings are now designed to stand up to high speeds and loads, extreme temperatures, caustic chemicals, and a wide range of other application requirements. In this infographic, see the top 5
Ball bearings vs. drylin
Making the switch to a plastic sliding system can bring a number of advantages that metal cannot provide.
energy chains vs. festoons
Though energy chains and festoons are both used to guide and protect cables, the two systems have very different capabilities. In this infographic, see how maintenance, design, cable security and stra
igus® by the numbers
igus® is a leading, global manufacturer of engineered plastic components. For over 50 years, we have developed innovative solutions for moving applications in almost every industry.
triflex® A, B and C
Learn the differences between the A, B and C versions of triflex®, including applications suitable for each and design features.
News from the dryspin test lab
How do dryspin lead screw systems stack up against the competition?
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Fact vs Friction [Infographic]
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