Plain bearings for thermal management

With the continuing trend towards BEV, PHEV and HEV, the importance of thermal management (TM) is increasing and with it the demands on the systems. igus offers the right bearing for various TM applications such as water pumps and cooling water manufacturers and will be happy to support you in your selection.

Bearing requirements in TM applications:

  • Resistance to water-glycol
  • Temperatures up to 150°C
  • No leakage over service life
  • Resistant to contamination from moulding sand

Advantages of igus plain bearings:

  • Cost advantages over carbon graphite, PTFE and ceramic bearings
  • Quiet operation
  • Up to 80% weight savings
  • Ideally suited in combination with plastic shafts
  • Overmoulding possible
cooling system

Suitable products

iglidur H3 plain bearings

NEW: iglidur® H3

  • Particularly wear-resistant
  • High elongation at break
  • Chemical resistance
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iglidur H370 plain bearings

iglidur® H370

  • Maximum service life under water
  • High media resistance
  • High load capacity
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iglidur H1 plain bearing

iglidur® H1

  • High media
  • Temperature resistance
  • Very low coefficients of friction
  • Available as stock bar
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iglidur H4 plain bearing

iglidur® H4

  • High chemical
  • Temperature resistance -40°C to +200°C
  • Ideal for high speeds
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Special bearings

Special bearings

For an even better flow with the water-glycol mixture, we also manufacture bushings in a special design with radial or axial grooves.
 
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Special plain bearings

Hydrodynamic and special plain bearings

Our standard product range includes various plastic bearings that are suitable for use in combination with hydrodynamic lubrication. We also manufacture plain bearings in a special design with radial or axial grooves that can ensure an even better flow of the water-glycol mixture.
⯈ Plain bearings for hydrodynamic applications
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