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PTFE-free materials for automotive applications

Play it safe with PTFE-free bearings

The EU is currently planning to restrict PFAS chemicals, a group of substances that includes PTFE. Although it has not yet been fully clarified whether PTFE could be affected by a complete ban, many automotive manufacturers are already looking for alternatives to be on the safe side.

When it comes to bearing technology, we can help. For a wide range of applications, we already offer plain bearing materials that have been tested for harmful PFAS and do not contain PTFE.

Compared to metal bearings that are coated and lubricated with PTFE, our lubrication-free products are even more impressive.

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New PTFE-free versions of our best-selling materials

iglidur GPF plain bearing for automotive applications in vehicle components.

iglidur GPF

The all-rounder

Specifications:

  • Extremely wear-resistant
  • Suitable for SLC
  • High strength
  • Best wear properties at low to medium speeds

Typical areas of application:
Rear wheel swing arm on motorbikes, wheel suspension, leaf suspension on lorries, seat adjustments

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iglidur JPF plain bearing for automotive applications with use examples.

iglidur JPF

The specialist for low coefficient of friction

Specifications:

  • Best coefficient of friction in dry operation
  • Specifically designed for "soft" shafts
  • Low moisture absorption
  • Excellent wear properties at medium temperatures

Typical areas of application:
Centre consoles, head-up displays, pedals, sunroofs

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iglidur W300PF sleeve bearing for automotive applications in multiple detail views.

iglidur W300PF

The proven endurance runner

Specifications:

  • Very good coefficient of friction in dry operation
  • Specifically designed for stainless-steel and rough shafts
  • Best wear properties under medium loads

Typical areas of application:
Trailer door locks, actuators in side mirrors, backrest/lumbar adjustment, motorbike stands

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iglidur HPF plain bearing for automotive applications in four use examples.

iglidur HPF

The specialist for high temperatures and chemicals

Specifications:

  • Very high media resistance, withstand oil and fuel
  • Very low total moisture absorption
  • Dimensional stability at high temperatures
  • Wear-resistant at medium to high temperatures

Typical areas of application:
Water pumps, cooling water generators, brake boosters, throttle valves

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iglidur XPF plain bearing for automotive applications in several designs.

iglidur XPF

Chemical and temperature specialist, up to 150 MPa static

Specifications:

  • Very high chemical resistance
  • Highest temperature resistance
  • Wear-resistant at extremely high temperatures and heavy loads
  • Very low moisture absorption

Typical areas of application:
Gearboxes, turbochargers, brake callipers, shift forks

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An igus PTFE-free bearing is presented to an audience at an automotive workshop.

Personal workshop

Working together to find the right PTFE-free material for your moving application

What you can expect:

  • Assessment of your current PFAS/PTFE situation in vehicle construction
  • Presentation of suitable igus materials, e.g. for bearing points, guide elements or energy supply systems
  • Practical recommendations for fulfilling regulatory requirements
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Open igus whitepaper on PFAS with contents overview and product pages.

White paper

Focussing on PFAS: planned restrictions, challenges and solutions for industry

What exactly are PFAS, why are they so popular in the consumer sector and in industry, especially in the automotive sector? Why is there a threat of an EU-wide ban and what can companies do now?
The white paper sheds light on these questions and shows how igus, as a plastics processor, is responding to the planned restriction at an early stage, offering customers PTFE-free and PFAS-tested alternatives.

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