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Green bearing
25 January 2013
Polymer researcher and bearings specialist igus UK has developed a plain bearing material that is based on 54% sustainable and natural raw materials. The basic polymer of the new iglidur N54 plain bearing is mainly made

Polymer researcher and bearings
specialist igus UK has developed a
plain bearing material that is based on
54% sustainable and natural raw
materials. The basic polymer of the
new iglidur N54 plain bearing is
mainly made of castor oil, rather than
finite crude oil. The company's
mechanically and tribologically
optimised biopolymer is suitable for
universal use in the low-load range.
As with all igus iglidur polymers, iglidur N54 is a high-performance tribological plastic material that is both lubricant and maintenance free.
In-house test results are reported to indicate excellent wear resistance properties with loads up to 2MPa.
As with all igus iglidur polymers, iglidur N54 is a high-performance tribological plastic material that is both lubricant and maintenance free.
In-house test results are reported to indicate excellent wear resistance properties with loads up to 2MPa.
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