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Download a technical guide to Polylube composite bearings. Features all Polylube website technical data in a single document, along with a complete standard parts list for printable reference and helpful principles for design engineers on assembly and pin selection. Contains entries to maximize the self-lubrication and corrosion resistance of final assemblies.
Standard Part Catalogs
NOTE–The design guide above includes all parts lists in the appendix. Custom sizes and tolerances are possible; please note any special requests in your RFQ.
White Papers
- Sealing options for Self-Lubricated Bearings
- Evaluating PolyLube for Replacement of a Greased Bearing.
- Watch the Smash Factor! Bearing Design for Impact Loading
- Lube For Life Bearing Assemblies - Total cost of ownership
- Pin Selection Guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What Does Self Lubrication Mean?
- Where Do I Use Composite Bearings?
- How Do I Calculate PV?
- How Does Braid Angle Impact Performance?
- How do I Machine Composite Bearings?
- How Do PolyLube™ Bearings & Spring Steel Bushings Compare?
- Convoluted Wound Versus Braided
- What is Filament Winding?
- Is Moisture Absorption a Problem with Composite Bearings?
- Why Do Bearings Squeak?
- When Do Flanged Bearings Make Sense?
- Guide Rod Bushings to Tighter Tolerances
- How Do PolyLube™ Bearings withstand E-Coating?
- How Do Braid Angles Impact Properties?
- When Should I Use A Sealed Bearing?
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Disclaimer
Any ratings are typical for design purposes. Final testing and approval is the customer's responsibility for their application. This information is derived from our testing and published data. There is no assurance of these properties, or warranty provided that these products are suitable for any particular purpose or operational situation.
Polygon certifies that their product will be free from material defect. Polygon will not accept any liability for loss, damages, or costs from use or misuse of our products.
Specifications are subject to change, and may be affected by our continual process of improvement. Changes may be made without prior announcement.
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