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Enhance Your Machinery with igubal® Rod Ends

Exploring the Capabilities of Rod Ends Spherical Bearings


igubal® rod ends spherical bearings are engineered to be corrosion-resistant, ensuring reliable performance even in harsh conditions. Their durability extends to humid or wet environments, where they remain unaffected by weak acids and alkalis. True to the igus® brand, these rod end bearings operate without the need for lubrication, offering a maintenance-free solution. Additionally, they present a cost-effective alternative to traditional metallic solutions, providing economic benefits without compromising quality or performance.

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Why Choose igubal® Rod Ends Spherical Bearings

rod ends spherical bearings

Cost-effective

Up to 40% more cost-effective than metallic variants.
rod ends spherical bearings

Lightweight

Up to 80% lighter than metallic components.
Dirt-resistant | rod ends spherical bearings

Dirt-resistant

A large undercut prevents the ingress of dirt.
Corrosion-free rod ends spherical bearings

Corrosion-free

Polymer coupling joints can come into contact with water and media.
Maintenance-free rod ends spherical bearings

Zero-lubrication

No lubrication required and completely maintenance-free for the entire lifetime.
Quick and easy assembly rod ends spherical bearings

Easy installation

Very easy assembly and disassembly. Up to six times faster than metal versions.

When do I take them?

  • If you want to save weight
  • For rotating, oscillating and linear movements
  • If high-frequency oscillations/vibrations occur
  • If silent operation is required
  • If you need an electrically insulating part
  • If corrosion resistance is required
  • In combination with pneumatic cylinders and gas struts
  • When chemical resistance is required
  • If high rigidity is required
  • If they should be detectable

When do I not take them?

  • When I have temperatures above +80°C
  • If rotation speeds of more than 0.5m/s are to be achieved
  • When really high tensile and axial forces occur
  • When applications must be implemented with hydraulic cylinders
  • If diameters above 30mm are required

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Plastic rod ends

  • Robust and corrosion-free
  • Can be combined with spherical balls made of different materials
  • Totally lubrication-free
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Metal rod ends

  • igubal 2.0® - metallic rod ends
  • Suitable for high lateral loads
  • Maintenance-free inner ring with stainless steel spherical ball
  • No lubrication required
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rod end spherical bearings for food industry

Food industry

  • FDA- and EU10/2011-compliant
  • Visually and magnetically detectable
  • Suitable for contact with food
  • Lubrication and maintenance-free
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