igus presents the world’s first tribo-filament for 3D printers
igus presents the world’s first tribo-filament for 3D printers…
igus presents the world’s first tribo-filament for 3D printers…
igus has launched a range of cables for cable carrier applications that do not require high cycle rates. With a guaranteed service life of one million double strokes, the chainflex M range is a cost effective alternative for such applications.
Tribopolymer expert igus has developed a structural plastic filament for use in 3D printing. Developed for engineers wishing to create prototype bearings or small batch samples for real-world tests, the igus tribo-filament is said to be up to 50 times more wear resistant than conventional plastic materials used for 3D printing.
To celebrate 30 years of iglidur materials and the 50th birthday of the company, igus has retrofitted a car’s conventional bearings with iglidur plain bearings and circumnavigated the globe, thus demonstrating the durable and robust nature of iglidur materials in some harsh environments – from dirt tracks to wet and humid locations.
Expanding its range of cost-effective modular robolink systems, igus has introduced the robolink D direct drive articulated arm – a version it says is tougher and more durable compared with remote drive solutions – supporting lean automation.
Polymer specialist igus is calling all design engineers to submit details of their latest plastic plain bearing applications for this year’s manus competition for a chance to win prize money of €5000.
Available from igus, robolink is a range of state-of the-art articulated modules that can be used in a wide range of robotic applications – from the packaging industry to animatronic operations and even explosive equipment handling. When equipped with a direct drive situated within the joint, the modules can be combined to create lightweight and cost-effective articulated arms with one to six Degrees of Freedom.
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