iglidur® A500, sleeve bearing, mm - A500SM

iglidur® A500 | The endurance runner at higher temperatures in the food sector

iglidur® A500 is approved for direct contact with food. It has an exceptionally good chemical resistance and is ideal for the most difficult applications of machines for the food industry. Although iglidur® A500 is a very soft material, it also has an excellent compressive strength, even at high temperatures.

Typical applications

• Beverage industry
• Food industry
• Medical technology

When to use it?

• When FDA compliance is required
• When a high chemical resistance is required
• When good abrasion resistance is required
• Temperature-resistant from -100°C to +250°C

When not to use it?

• When extreme wear resistance is required
• When high temperature and chemical resistance is not required
• When a cost-effective universal material is sought